Vintage Silver-Plated Trinket Box by Walter Oxley Ltd, Sheffield – Floral Oval Box (No. 2212)
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9 cm wide
6 cm depth
3 cm tall
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A beautifully detailed vintage silver-plated trinket box by Walter Oxley Ltd of Sheffield, featuring an elegant oval form richly decorated with pressed floral ornament.
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The lid is adorned with a delicate chrysanthemum-style floral design, while the sides display a repeating garland and bead pattern. Raised on four small bun feet and finished with a hinged lid, the piece has a refined Edwardian feel — understated, decorative, and quietly luxurious.
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Inside, the original metal interior shows honest signs of age and use, adding to its authentic vintage character. Ideal for storing rings, cufflinks, keepsakes, or as a decorative dressing-table accent.
The surface retains a soft time-aged patina, with gentle wear and tarnish that collectors appreciate.
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Maker History – Walter Oxley Ltd
Walter Oxley Ltd was a Sheffield-based silversmith and electroplating manufacturer operating during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Sheffield was the heart of Britain’s silver and electroplate industry, and firms like Walter Oxley specialised in high-quality electroplated domestic wares, producing decorative and functional items for the growing middle-class market.
Pieces marked “Silver Plated Sheffield” typically date from around 1900–1930, when electroplated dressing-table pieces, trinket boxes, and vanity items were especially popular.
The model number 2212 refers to the company’s catalogue design.
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Details
Maker: Walter Oxley Ltd, Sheffield
Material: Silver plate on base metal
Model number: 2212
Shape: Oval with hinged lid
Raised on four feet
Decorative floral lid with patterned sides
Estimated date: c. 1900–1930
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Condition
Good vintage condition with age-related wear, tarnish, and interior surface marks. No major structural damage. Please refer to photographs for full condition detail. Lovely patina may polish personally I love the look !!? May have originally been lined
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A quick “polish or keep the patina?” note
