Stamp Case

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Collection Type

Clothing and accessories

GUSN

GUSN-102268

Description

Brass stamp case featuring an engraved one penny stamp and surrounded by a border of Rococo foliate scrolls.

Details

Descriptive Terms

stamp boxes
accessories
brass (alloy)
CASE, STAMP

Inscription

Exterior (both sides): "POSTAGE / ONE PENNY"
Interior: W. AVERY / & SON / REDDITCH" (Engraved and stamped)

Additional Identification Number

1719

Maker

W. Avery & Son (Manufacturer)

Dimensions

1 5/8 in x 1 in x 1/4 in (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

1975.202

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