Description

With Brass Stringing

From our Jewellery Boxes collection, we are delighted to offer this Georgian Rosewood Jewellery Box. The box of rectangular form made from Rosewood with brass edging, triple brass stringing and matching shield shaped initial plaque and escutcheon. The interior of the box is lined in a dark grey / black cushioned velvet to the base and the inside of the lid. The box dates to the latter part of the Georgian era during the Reign of George IV circa 1830.

The Jewellery Box comes complete with working lock & 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.

Georgian, a period in British history dating from 1714-1837, the Georgian era after the Hanoverian kings George I, George II, George III and George IV.

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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