Antique Sterling Silver Enamel Fob Medal – Queen’s Hall Concert - 1906

Description:
A charming antique sterling silver and enamel fob medal commemorating a concert held at Queen’s Hall on 5th March 1907, attended by H.M. The Queen and T.R.H. The Prince and Princess of Wales. The front features a detailed enamel crest for the Blackpool Glee and Madrigal Society with the motto “Progress,” finished in blue, red, black and white enamel. The reverse is engraved with the event details, making this a lovely historical souvenir piece. A well-made example by H.C. & S Ltd, with attractive period styling and good presence.

Maker History:
H.C. & S Ltd (Henry Charles & Sons Ltd) were a Birmingham-based silversmith active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for producing quality silver items including fobs, medals, and small decorative pieces. Their work is often seen on commemorative and presentation items from this period.

Key Details:
• Maker: H.C. & S Ltd
• Assay Office: Birmingham
• Date Letter: 1906 (likely retailed/used in 1907)
• Material: Sterling Silver with enamel decoration
• Type: Fob medal / souvenir medal
• Event: Queen’s Hall Concert, 5th March 1907
• Society: Blackpool Glee & Madrigal Society
• Features: Polychrome enamel crest, engraved reverse

Dimensions:
• Width: 28.6mm
• Length (excluding split ring): Approx. 40mm
• Weight: 15.10g

Condition:
• Good overall antique condition
• Enamel is generally well preserved with minor wear
• Some tarnish and surface wear to silver, particularly to reverse
• Split ring shows wear and slight distortion (consistent with age/use)
• Light surface marks throughout

Summary:
A highly collectable Edwardian silver and enamel fob medal with clear historical interest, linked to a royal-attended musical event. Ideal for collectors of antique fobs, musical memorabilia, or early 20th-century commemorative items.

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