Antique Jewellery Box in Calamander, by George Betjemann & Sons

This antique jewellery box, veneered in figured calamander with ebony edging, dates from 1873. It was manufactured by one of the finest English cabinetmakers, George Betjemann & Sons of 36 & 38 Pentonville Road, London.

The interior of the box is lined and ruched in purple velvet. There is a removable leather-bound tray with a velvet-lined area beneath, as well as a compartmented rear section. A ruched velvet panel in the lid springs forward, with the push of a concealed button, to reveal a leather-framed mirror on the reverse, as well as a secret letter wallet behind. A push button to the rear of the box releases a spring-loaded front drawer, containing a velvet-lined jewellery area and a full-width ring/cufflink channel. Inset to the front rim of the drawer is an engraved brass retailer’s plate that reads, ‘J. Sampson - Coney St. York’.

The Bramah lock, stamped with ‘G. Betjemann & Sons - Makers - London’, is fully working and comes with its original Bramah key.

The condition of the box is excellent both externally and internally.

Ref: DL494