Antique Z. Barraclough & Sons Ltd ring box
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The box is square in shape, small and compact, and it features a brass clasp for secure closure. The velvet interior, with a worn slot, indicates this box was made for a ring, most likely an engagement or wedding ring.
Material: The box has a brown leather exterior, with small gold detailing along the edges, typical of high-end jewellery boxes from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Interior: The inside of the lid is lined with cream-colored satin and bears the company's name, "Z. Barraclough & Sons Ltd, Goldsmiths, Leeds," in a classic black font enclosed in an oval, along with the company’s founding date of 1805. The base of the box is lined in cream velvet, designed with a slot to hold a single ring securely.
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The dimensions:
L: 3.8 cm
W: 3.8 cm
Weight: 27 grams
Condition: Pre - owned, minor signs of usage, age related wear, good condition overall.
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ITEM LOCATION : United Kingdom
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INCLUDED: Complimentary Gift Wrap Packaging & Certificate of Evaluation.
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Z. Barraclough & Sons Ltd was established in 1805 and became a well-known goldsmith in Leeds, England. The business’s longevity suggests they were a highly reputable company, specialising in goldsmithing, fine jewellery, and likely watches as well.
The company catered to the affluent clientele of Leeds and surrounding areas, providing custom-made jewellery, engagement rings, wedding bands, and luxury timepieces.
As goldsmiths, their focus would have been on creating and selling high-quality gold and silver items, and their success over many decades speaks to their skill and the trust they built with their customers.