Glass Globe Match Striker by Henry Williamson Ltd

Description

This Glass Globe Match Striker by Henry Williamson Ltd, dated 1900, is formed with a clear glass globe body, tightly ribbed across the surface to provide the striking area for matches. A sterling silver band encircles the centre of the body, giving this example a slightly different construction from the silver mounted collars seen on the other strikers.

The silver band is hallmarked Birmingham, with the maker’s mark for Henry Williamson Ltd and the date letter a for 1900.

The compact globe form was designed as a practical tabletop accessory, allowing matches to be stored within the central opening and struck directly against the ribbed glass exterior.

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Measurements

4.5cm High x 5.5cm Diameter (1.77 x 2.17 Inches) 

Who was Henry Williamson Ltd?

Founded in 1865 by Henry Williamson, Henry Williamson Ltd grew into a premier late Victorian and Edwardian manufacturing silversmith and watchmaker. Renowned for fine sterling silver novelties, match strikers, desk accessories, and silver-mounted glassware, the firm operated workshops in Birmingham and showrooms in London, striking their distinctive H.W. Ld sponsor mark across major British assay offices.

For further information see the Makers and Retailers profile on Henry Williamson.

What is Sterling Silver?

Sterling silver refers to the alloy of metal containing 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper or zinc. Sterling Silver objects are stamped with the 925 mark to confirm their authenticity.

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