Antique G & J Gilmour Glasgow Black Jewellery Presentation Box

Antique fitted brooch presentation box retailed by G & J Gilmour, The Art Jewellers, 24 Argyle Arcade, Glasgow.

The case has a black textured exterior with a decorative gilt border, cream silk-lined lid and original fitted cream velvet interior. The long horizontal opening in the velvet pad is consistent with a brooch or pin presentation fitting.

The retailer’s details are printed inside the lid:

The Art Jewellers
24 Argyle Arcade
Glasgow
G & J Gilmour

Original metal hinge and front push-button fastening remain present. 12.C

Measurements:
8 × 4.4 × 2 cm /  3.15 × 1.73 × 0.79 inches

Condition: Good antique condition. Surface wear and rubbing consistent with age, the silk and velvet interior show age-related wear. Retailer’s details remain legible. Please refer to the photographs for condition.