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❀⋆.ೃ࿔*:･I source and trade a mix of everything, combining brand new items with carefully selected pre-loved finds. Perfect for anyone who loves great value, quality goods, and discovering unique items with a story to tell.Item Description
Item: Antique Engraved Silver Plated Square Hinged Trinket / Pill Box
Era: Late Victorian / Early 20th Century (Japanese Aesthetic Movement Style)
Materials & Finish: Acid-tested silver plated over base metal (brass). Features a hand-engraved top lid depicting flying birds/swallows among palm foliage and bamboo. Designed with soft rounded corners, a hinged lid, and a front opening lip.
Hallmarks / Stamps: Unmarked / Unsigned. Acid-tested as silver plated.
Size & Dimensions
Width: Approx. 4.7 cmDepth: Approx. 4.7 cmHeight: Approx. 2.5 cm
Item Conditions
Condition Grade: Good Antique / Vintage Condition
Working Status: Rear hinge functions properly and lid opens and closes flush.
Specific Wear & Restoration:
Exterior Surface: Good overall vintage condition with finely detailed top engraving. Displays natural age-related tarnish, light contact surface scratches, and minor silver plate rubbing/loss along lower corners revealing base metal tone.
Interior & Base: Interior displays natural darkening, patina, and light spotting consistent with age and previous use. Base shows general contact wear. Unpolished to preserve authentic historic character.
Vintage and antique pieces may show signs of age and use, these add to their character and authenticity
Any Issue\'s with items are documented and photographedPlease inspect photographs before purchase
ISSUES can be found in the condition/specifics section of the listing
DISPATCH & PACKAGING
Safely wrapped and packed with protective materials to guarantee safe transit. Dispatched via tracked service within 1 to 2 business days.
Packaging & Recycling Note: Where possible, I use recycled, pre-loved outer boxes and clean packing materials to minimize waste. While the outer box may feature previous branding, your item is wrapped securely inside, and all parcels are fully covered in protective outer wrapping or mailing bags for weather-proof transit.
