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George III 18th C. Mahogany Letter Box

Offered by: Clive Devenish Antiques

Description
Fine quality circa 1790 Georgian letter box, with three compartment fitted interior (see image). Exterior has original double brass hinged slope top with serpentine shaped front, and the original feathered mahogany surface in excellent condition. All original brass mounts adorn the box, with handles to the sides resting on brass back plates; closing brass latch mounted on scalloped escutcheon with locking key; and a small circular loop handle mounted on shaped back plate for opening the top compartment. The original felt lining to the interior of the top is still intact.

Unusual to find British 18th century letter boxes of this form as they are much more rare than their similarly made knife box counterpart. This well made letter box and beautifully figured mahogany finish is in completely original condition; including all of the brass fittings.

Dimensions: 11 1/4″ high x 8″ wide x 7″ deep

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	18th Century
Creation Date:	1790
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, George III
Incollect Reference #:	579862

Dimensions

W.	8 in;	H.	11.25 in;	D.	7 in;
W.	20.32 cm;	H.	28.58 cm;	D.	17.78 cm;

Message from Seller:

We are specialists in the field of antique mechanical coin banks. These rare and unique items were sold during the late 1800's and early 1900's to encourage and educate young children on the importance of saving money, with the majority of them having been made in America. We are leading experts in this field and one of the foremost dealers, having traded in mechanical banks since 1976.