Rare Combined Brass Letter Scales / Stamp Case Early Registered Design

James Allen, Birmingham c1888
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An extremely rare late 19th century combined brass Letter Scale and Stamp Case made in the form of an envelope, the reverse modelled as the back of an envelope, opening to a single postage stamp compartment. The front showing weights and rates in ounces and pence. With sprung letter clip and attached suspension ring.

By James Allen Birmingham, c1888.

Stamped with registered design no: 102604

See: Les boites a timbres (Stamp Boxes), by Brian Beet, pages 19 & 20. Item O2.

Sold - £200.00

Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
40 mm (1.57 inches)
W
24 mm (0.94 inches)
Country
England
Stock Code
DC140315.180B
Medium
Brass