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Set of 8 English Place Card Holders with Oxbridge Arms

Creator: James William Benson
Offered by: Nelson and Nelson Antiques

Description
Set of 8 Edwardian sterling silver and enamel place card holders. Made by James William Benson in Birmingham, 1902-9. Each: Enameled coat of arms and open oval clip mounted to flat octagonal base. Each coat of arms for a different Oxbridge College, including the ones American have heard of: Christ Church and Baillol at Oxford, and Oriel at Cambridge. All fully marked. Date letters vary: 1902 (1), 1905 (1), 1906 (2), 1907 (1), and 1909 (1). Two have indistinct marks. Six have design no. 454426. Retailer’s stamp (“Rowell / Oxford”). Excellent condition with strong and intact color.

Dimensions: H 1 1/2 x W 1 1/4 x D 1 1/4 in. Total weight: 5.8 troy ounces. #BX159

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	1900-1919
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	BX159
Incollect Reference #:	741090

Dimensions

W.	1.25 in;	H.	1.5 in;	D.	1.25 in;
W.	3.18 cm;	H.	3.81 cm;	D.	3.18 cm;

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