ASPREY 1925 LONDON GORGEOUS DOUBLE CHEST CIGAR HUMIDOR IN .925 STERLING SILVER
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Magnificent cigar humidor chest designed by Asprey of London .A gorgeous and imposing antique cigar humidor desk box, created in London by Asprey in 1925. It was crafted in very fine solid .925/.999 sterling silver and decorated with very delicate engravings of intricate geometric patterns. The box is suited with double compartments with hinged lids, a lighter and a cigar cutter. H ave two elegant handles at the sides and is mount in 4 bun feet.The interiors are embellished, with carved panels of very fine natural cedar wood and the right compartment is suited with a squared plaque in 18 Karats gold to personalize, with a flat surface to engrave some initials or monogram.It is pretty large and heavy, with a weight of 2,465 Grams (87.2 Troy Ounces) and a measure of 338 mm by 198 mm by 117 mm (13.3 x 7.8 x 4.6 Inches).Stamped ten times, with British control hallmarks; the Rampan t Lion cartouche for the assay and the guaranty of the sterling silver, the mark for the city of London, the gothic letter K for the year of production 1925 and signed, " A&Co. Ltd Asprey London ".Asprey, was established in England in Mitcham, Surrey, in 1781. Founded as a silk printing business by William Asprey, it soon became a luxury emporium. In 1841, William Asprey's elder son Charles went into partnership with a stationer located on London's Bond Street.
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