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Fine Edwardian Silver Gilt & Jade Writing Set 1905

Name: Fine Edwardian Silver Gilt & Jade Writing Set 1905
SKU: as271a379
Price: 285.00 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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A Fine and Rare Silver Gilt & Jade Writing Set. Silver gilt dip pen, propelling pencil, seal and letter opener, all with New Zealand greenstone (nephrite Jade) handles, in original presentation case. The seal is not engraved.

Letter opener hallmarked for London, 1905 with maker's mark for Frank Hyams Ltd. of Dunedin, New Zealand and New Bond Street, London.

Frank Hyams was a jeweller, silversmith, and watchmaker with stores in New Zealand (founded 1885) and London. He specialized in high-end antique jewellery, silverware, watches, and china along with a strong focus on New Zealand greenstone (nephrite). Mr. Hyams had the native greenstone, which was associated with the Maori race from early records, set in antique jewellery and other collectable objects. He was the leading manufacturer and dealer of New Zealand greenstone at the time.
Examples of his work are in the British Museum and Smithsonian.

Price

£~~285.00~~

$~~362.29~~ USA

€~~334.68~~

The price has been listed in British Pounds.
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DimensionsWeight 74 grams (four pieces) / 205 grams (total with case) Date 1905 Edwardian Antiques Material Silver Origin English Condition Very good. There are some age related marks to the leather exterior of the case but no damage. Item code as271a379 / S428 Status Sold

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