Bidspirit auction | Two items of decorative metalwork

Two items of decorative metalwork comprising an engine-turned EPNS case and a Birmingham hallmarked sterling silver bookmark - This lot consists of two metal items dating from the 20th century. The first is a rectangular case of English manufacture, constructed from electroplated nickel silver (EPNS). The exterior is decorated with an engine-turned barleycorn pattern and features a small rectangular cartouche in the upper left corner engraved with a cursive monogram M. The case is fitted with a push-button release and a hinged opening. The interior has a gilt-wash finish and is stamped with the maker mark F & F and EPNS, while the inner rim is stamped Made in England. The second item is a sterling silver bookmark with a flat, curved blade. The handle is ornamented with embossed rococo-style scrolling foliate and floral motifs. The handle bears four Birmingham hallmarks including a lion passant, an anchor symbol, a lowercase date letter in a shaped shield, and the maker mark W . V. A dark green textile tassel is threaded through a circular aperture at the terminal.