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With Extensive Brass Inlay

From our Jewellery Box collection, we are pleased to offer this Victorian Rosewood Jewellery Box. The Jewellery Box of rectangular form veneered in Rosewood with alternating brass edging and extensive brass inlay around the perimeter of the front and lid and a central vacant initial plaque. The sides of the box are mounted with flush carry handles with the right hand side featuring a shield shaped escutcheon for the hidden drawer. The interior of the Jewellery box is lined in teal cushioned velvet with multiple compartments for rings and/or cufflinks, and other jewellery. The top tray lifts out to access further storage below and a drawer to the right hand side slides open with the key all with matching cushioned velvet. The Jewellery Box dates to the early Victorian period circa 1845.

The Jewellery Box comes complete with working lock and tasselled key.

Rosewood has many variations. Indian Rosewood, also known as Bombay Rosewood or Bombay Blackwood, is found in India and Indonesia. It is highly valued for its striking appearance with colours ranging from a medium-brown to dark red-brown with even darker grain lines. Madagascan Rosewood, found in Madagascar is a pink-brown colour with a darker almost purple grain.

Victorian an era of British History corresponding approximately with the reign of Queen Victoria from the 20th of June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901 however, there are arguments stating that the Victorian era is actually from 1820 until 1914 proceeded by Georgian era and followed by the Edwardian era.

With every purchase from Mark Goodger Antiques, you will receive our latest catalogue, a Certificate of Authenticity, detailed care instructions for your chosen piece and an independent invoice (for insurance purposes) will be enclosed. As well as being protected by a no-hassle, money-back policy, your piece will be entirely insured during the shipping process to ensure the safety of your item.

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