Gaiety Theatre 25th Anniversary sovereign holder: a piece of Irish history (circa 1896)
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This very unusual original antique silver sovereign case is from Delphi Antiques in Dublin.
It was made in England C1896 and is from the Victorian period.
There are hundreds of silver sovereign cases to be bought at antique shops and fairs but what is really unique about this one is its history and connection with the Gaiety Theatre which is a Victorian Theatre located in Dame street in Dublin.
It has an original Victorian inscription on the front that reads:
Gaiety Theatre
27th November 1896
25th Anniversary
27th November 1896
25th Anniversary
And on the reverse it has engraved
From Mr and Mrs Gunn
This piece is a unique piece of Irish history.
The interior section of the sovereign holder where the sovereigns would have been stored is also in perfect condition.
(You can find this item in the category Wonders, as well as Necklaces)