Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Aide Memoire Pocket Note Case W.M. Hayes Birmingham 1898

Description

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Aide Memoire / Pocket Note Case

A beautiful antique Victorian sterling silver aide memoire (pocket note case), crafted by W. M. Hayes of Birmingham, England, and hallmarked for 1898. This elegant piece features finely engraved scrolling foliate decoration with an attractive shield-shaped cartouche engraved with the monogram “EL”, reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship of the late Victorian period.

Originally designed to hold note paper for recording appointments, reminders, and correspondence, this is both a practical historical object and a highly collectible example of English silver.

Details:

* Maker: W. M. Hayes

* Origin: Birmingham, England

* Date: 1898

* Period: Victorian, 19th Century

* Material: Sterling Silver

* Type: Aide Memoire / Pocket Note Case

* Monogram: “EL”

* Dimensions: . 10 × 7 × 1 cm

* Hallmarked: Yes

Condition:

Very good antique condition with age-related surface wear and a natural silver patina consistent with age. The engraved decoration remains crisp and attractive. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

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