A remarkable and heavy antique card case (aide-mémoire), crafted in the highly desirable Aesthetic Movement style of the late Victorian era (circa 1860s-1890s). The piece features extensive, deeply hand-engraved designs of stylized flowers, foliage, and birds in flight, which were heavily influenced by Japanese art of the period. Victorian Era, Aesthetic Movement (c. 1860s-1890s). High-grade silver, assumed to be 900 solid silver (coin silver) as is typical for unmarked pieces of this weight and era. The item is non-magnetic, and tested silver with an acid test, confirming it is not plated base metal. Substantial 3.8 troy ounces (approx. 107.7 grams). The closure is fully functional and closes and opens beautifully.
