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King Edward VII Commemorative EPNS and Enamel Pill Box by Henry Clifford Harrison - A small, circular commemorative lidded box, likely intended for pills or trinkets, produced during the reign of King Edward VII (1901-1910). The item is constructed from electroplated nickel silver (EPNS) with applied enamel decoration on the lid. The central motif is a Royal Coat of Arms shield, depicting the heraldic symbols of England, Scotland, and Ireland. This shield is flanked by two white enameled eight-pointed stars containing the initials E and R (Edwardus Rex). Positioned below the shield is a light blue ribbon banner inscribed with the text EDWARD VII. The base of the box is stamped with the letters E P N S within square punches, flanked by a cross and a floral symbol. Below this is the maker's mark H.C.H, attributed to Henry Clifford Harrison of Birmingham, England.