{"product_id":"antique-sterling-silver-enamel-fob-medal-queen-s-hall-concert-1906","title":"Antique Sterling Silver Enamel Fob Medal – Queen’s Hall Concert - 1906","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"628\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eA 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. \u0026amp; S Ltd, with attractive period styling and good presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"953\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eMaker History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eH.C. \u0026amp; S Ltd (Henry Charles \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"971\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"974\"\u003e• Maker: H.C. \u0026amp; S Ltd\u003cbr data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e• Assay Office: Birmingham\u003cbr data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e• Date Letter: 1906 (likely retailed\/used in 1907)\u003cbr data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003e• Material: Sterling Silver with enamel decoration\u003cbr data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e• Type: Fob medal \/ souvenir medal\u003cbr data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1170\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Event: Queen’s Hall Concert, 5th March 1907\u003cbr data-start=\"1215\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003e• Society: Blackpool Glee \u0026amp; Madrigal Society\u003cbr data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003e• Features: Polychrome enamel crest, engraved reverse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e• Width: 28.6mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003e• Length (excluding split ring): Approx. 40mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e• Weight: 15.10g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1440\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003e• Good overall antique condition\u003cbr data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003e• Enamel is generally well preserved with minor wear\u003cbr data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e• Some tarnish and surface wear to silver, particularly to reverse\u003cbr data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e• Split ring shows wear and slight distortion (consistent with age\/use)\u003cbr data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e• Light surface marks throughout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1961\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1724\"\u003eSummary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"2091\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"H.C. \u0026 S Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53063892566283,"sku":"1898\/4","price":64.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/50808871-452B-4308-B129-DABF845B3CFC_1_201_a.jpg?v=1776764896","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/antique-sterling-silver-enamel-fob-medal-queen-s-hall-concert-1906","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}