Victorian Silver Card Case Birmingham 1847

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Our Price:  £895.00VAT EXEMPT: Sold under the antique scheme Town:  Birmingham Date :  1847 Maker:  Frederick Marson Dimensions:  9.5 x 6.5cm Weight:  67gm Delivery:  No charge Availability:

Victorian Silver Card Case Birmingham 1847

A Victorian Silver card case made in Birmingham 1847, featuring an engraved image of the Scott Memorial.

The Scott Monument was built between 1840-46 as a memorial to the writer Sir Walter Scott (1771 - 1832). Designed by architect George Kemp (1795-1844), who won a competition with his gothic design, the public can climb the 287 steps to the top of the monument for spectacular views of the city of Edinburgh.

The stairs are divided into three segments, each section ending with a viewing platform. The first level also contains a room containing stained glass windows and panelling. The windows feature the arms of Edinburgh, Scotland, and Scott.