Business established in London by Henry Williamson in 1865. The firm was converted in 1892 into a limited liability company under the style H. Williamson Ltd. The firm went into liquidation in 1898 and was acquired by a new company of the same name. In the 1920s the firm had financial difficulties, culminating into a reorganization of their affairs in 1929 and went out of business in the 1930s.
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Herewith a late Victorian large ladie's silver card case embossed with two seated ladies in 18th century dress, serenaded by a gentleman playing a lute, within a garden setting, the reverse with a garden view. Hallmarked Birmingham 1899 by Henry Williamson. with gilt interior and spring loaded catch.Wide 7.2cm/2.8in, Hight 10.1/4in, Deep 0.5cm/0.2in. Weight 75gr or 2.65 ounces.
Hallmarks right side lid and in the rim of the case. H.W.Ld for Henry Williamson who's shop was at Spencer Street, Birmingham, year letter Z for 1899





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