Jewelry Casket
SilversmithMade by
Meriden Britannia Company
American, 1852 - 1898
MediumSilver
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 5 1/8 x 6 1/4 x 3 3/4in. (13 x 15.9 x 9.5cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineGift of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Kugelman
DescriptionSilver jewelry casket with ornate design throughout. The casket has one drawer that is mechanized to open when the roll top lid opened. The top of the casket has an image within a rectangle of a bird in flight surrounded by flowered branches. Handle of roll top lid is a flower design. The flower motif continues on the sides of the casket as well as the ornate feet.
Makers mark on bottom of casket, and within a circle, reads "MERIDEN / X (image of scales) X / B. COMPANY". Additional markings read, "PAT. OCT 22, 1878 / 53".
Makers mark on bottom of casket, and within a circle, reads "MERIDEN / X (image of scales) X / B. COMPANY". Additional markings read, "PAT. OCT 22, 1878 / 53".
Object number2012.324.2
MarkingsMakers mark on bottom of casket, and within a circle, reads "MERIDEN / X (image of scales) X / B. COMPANY".On View
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