George VI Sterling Silver Cigarette Case from Steele & Dolphin, Chester, 1946

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A fine george vi sterling silver cigarette case, hallmarked chester 1946 and made by **steele & dolphin ltd**. The exterior … Read more A fine george vi sterling silver cigarette case, hallmarked chester 1946 and made by **steele & dolphin ltd**. The exterior is decorated with finely executed **engine turning**, creating an elegant geometric texture across the polished silver surface. A vacant cartouche remains free from personalised engraving, preserving the clean and understated character of the design. The case retains its **original gold-wash gilded interior**, providing an attractive contrast with the sterling silver exterior and adding to the quality and originality of the piece. Originally designed as a cigarette case, its practical format also makes it suitable for contemporary use as a **credit card, debit card or business card case**. The piece bears full **chester hallmarks for 1946**, together with the maker’s mark for **steele & dolphin ltd**, whose mark was registered between 1944 and 1946. With a substantial **weight of approximately 198.7 grams**, the case has a pleasingly solid and high-quality feel. Presented in very good vintage condition with only minor age-related surface marks. The push-button catch remains in good working order and closes securely, while the case is free from later presentation inscriptions or monograms. Clean and ready for use or display. Material: sterling silver, gold-wash interior origin: chester, england date: 1946 period: george vi / mid-20th century maker: steele & dolphin ltd decoration: engine turned cartouche: vacant weight: **198.7 grams** original features: original gold-wash gilded interior condition: very good vintage condition with minor age-related surface marks type: cigarette case / card case See less