MATHEWSON ANTIQUES

Description

A Stunning and Rare R & S Garrard & Co. Crown Goldsmiths
&Jewellers Chest.

I have relisted this chest due to a misunderstanding with the buyer.

This is a beautiful Victorian Jewellery or

Silver chest that would have been used to

transport Jewellery to very important clients.

What makes this one special is that it is a

R & S Garrard & Co. Chest,

The company became R&S Garrard & Co in 1835.

R & S Garrard was the Crown Jeweller of

the UK and charged with the upkeep of the

British Crown Jewels from 1843 - 2007

and has made Crowns for Kings and Queens!

The Chest is in overall good condition apart

from a few missing pieces. Originally it would

have had a brass plaque on the top with the name

of the client who the Jewels had been made for

(Perhaps even Queen Victorian herself),

This is no longer there, and the Left handle is

also missing. Some of the edging to the corner

is coming loose also and the chest has no lock.

Apart from the above, the chest is strong and

in great condition. It still has its blue cushioned

top, which at one point I believe would have been

throughout the chest to protect the Jewels.

This is a great item bursting with History

and would make the perfect research project!

21.5" W x 13" D x 17" H

A BRIEF HISTORY
for more go to www.garrard.com/heritage

Garrard & Co is a Luxury Jewellery and Silver

company founded by George Wickes in London in

1735 and soon after, he was appointed as goldsmith to the Prince of Wales.

The 19th century continued with a succession

of famous commissions for Royalty and the

aristocracy, with designs of splendour, opulence

and craftsmanship. Many commissions can be found in museums, national institutions and important private collections around the world.

Since 1843, when Queen Victoria bestowed the

honour of Crown Jeweller on the company,

Garrard has served six successive monarchs.

One of the most enduring images of Queen Victoria is of her wearing a small diamond crown

made by Garrard in 1870.

Don't hesitate to contact me if I can

help you in any way!

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