Vintage Birks Sterling Silver Jewellry Box - $250 in Brantford, Ontario for sale

This solid sterling silver box was produced by Henry Birks & Sons (the "Tiffany of Canada").

It stands 2" tall and is just under 3 1/2" across at its base. It weighs approximately 175 grams or 5.63 troy ounces. This lovely round box rests on 3 legs with paw feet. It is marked on the underside with Birks Sterling with three hallmarks of Birks.

The interior is Birks traditional blue velvet. The interior of the lid is sterling and the exterior is beautifully etched in a floral pattern. In the centre, it is etched with the word "Babe".

Great condition with a strong hinge, a snug fitting lid and solid legs.

This is a really fantastic box, highly collectible, extremely gorgeous.