Vintage sterling silver Indian Coin Inset Dishes - Cased

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Vintage sterling silver Indian Coin Inset Dishes - Cased These beautiful dishes originated in India and have scalloped edges, a band of exquisite embossing depicting flora, foliage and elephants, and the bases are inset with coins depicting deities. They are presented in a purpose-made case with white silk lining to the lid and black velvet to the base. Each dish is stamped ‘Sterling Silver’ and my tests verify that they are high grade silver and I will fully guarantee them as such. These were a presentation gift from the ‘Indian National Shipowners’ Association’ of Bombay and the original card is still in the case. Unfortunately, I cannot determine their age. The dishes are in superb condition with no dents, dints or signs of wear that I can find and the embossing is crisp and clear. The silk lining of the case is very clean although the black velvet base does have some ring stain marks which, I think, have been caused by silver polish. The outer case does have some minor scuffing and some cracking along the top and bottom edges. To the bottom, the cracking has led to one side and half the front edge coming away from the sides. Approximate Measurements Dishes Diameter - 10.5 cm (4 1/8”) Weight - 96.8 grams (combined weight of both dishes) Case Length - 25.3 cm (10”) Width - 12.6 cm (5”) Depth - 3.8 cm (1 1⁄2 “) Weight - 302 grams (combined weight including dishes) Please see the photos below and feel free to contact me with any questions POSTAL CHARGES EXPLAINED I post all items of value by Signed-For mail with full insurance cover in order to comply with Paypal regulations on Buyer Protection. This costs at least an extra £0.95p on top of standard postal charges for UK destinations & £5.15 for the rest of the world. I do not charge for packaging and have a policy of not making any profit from postage fees. Â * Payment is required within 72 hours of the auction ending. * Payment by Paypal (preferred), cheque or Postal Order is accepted from UK buyers subject to clearance of funds. * Buyers who wish to collect in person may * All items will be sent by Royal Mail first class recorded delivery within 2 working days of payment clearance. * All packages must be signed for upon receipt. Failure to do so or collect a package will result in it being returned to me and the buyer will be responsible for the cost of re-sending the item. * Packages are insured up to the value of £46. If the final value of an item exceeds £46 then a higher, comprehensive insurance can be arranged by contacting me at the end of the auction. * Collection in person is an option * I am happy to combine postal charges for multiple purchases * Overseas Bidders please note that I only ship via Royal Mail International Signed- For. * Non-EU Bidders please note that heightened security screening by Customs may result in long delays in you receiving your item which is outside my control * Italian Buyers please note. Unfortunately, due to the unreliability of the Italian Postal Service, I am unable to ship to Italy so please do not bid. * Any Import Duties, Taxes and charges are the responsibility of International buyers * I attempt to fully describe the condition of items through narrative and pictures so please study both carefully to ensure you are not disappointed by your purchase. PLEASE NOTE that all items sold are used and are either Antique or Vintage which means there will be a degree of light surface scratching through age, cleaning and use. * If you have a problem with anything, please contact me in the first instance and I shall endeavour to resolve any issues quickly and amicably. * If an item received is faulty or not as described then it may be returned with full credit given providing you contact me in the first instance to explain the problem. This is dependent on the item being speedily retur... read more

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