{"product_id":"antique-sterling-silver-fob-medal-birmingham-1923-herbert-bushell-son","title":"Antique Sterling Silver Fob Medal – Birmingham 1923 – Herbert Bushell \u0026 Son","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"96\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eA charming antique sterling silver fob medal or watch fob pendant, hallmarked in Birmingham for 1923 and produced by Herbert Bushell \u0026amp; Son. The piece features an attractive pierced and engraved decorative surround with a raised central shield cartouche, originally intended for engraving or presentation purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eThe reverse is engraved with the initials \"S.S.A.A.\" and retains clear Birmingham hallmarks together with the maker's mark. Its elegant Edwardian-to-Art Deco styling makes it an attractive collector's item, jewellery component, or pendant for wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eMaker History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eHerbert Bushell \u0026amp; Son were Birmingham silversmiths active during the late Victorian and early twentieth century periods. The firm produced a wide range of silver jewellery, medals, fobs and small silverware, and their work is frequently encountered in sporting and presentation awards from the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e• Maker: Herbert Bushell \u0026amp; Son (H.B. \u0026amp; S.)\u003cbr data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003e• Item: Fob Medal \/ Watch Fob Pendant\u003cbr data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e• Hallmarks: Birmingham\u003cbr data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e• Date Letter: 1923\u003cbr data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e• Material: Sterling Silver\u003cbr data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003e• Decoration: Engraved and pierced scrollwork design\u003cbr data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e• Centre: Raised blank shield cartouche\u003cbr data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e• Reverse Engraving: \"S.S.A.A.\"\u003cbr data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003e• Suspension Ring Present\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003e• Width: 24.3mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e• Height: 37.5mm (excluding suspension ring)\u003cbr data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003e• Thickness: 3.2mm (shield section)\u003cbr data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e• Weight: 8.15g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e• Very good antique condition overall\u003cbr data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003e• Hallmarks remain clear and legible\u003cbr data-start=\"1567\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e• Decorative engraving remains crisp\u003cbr data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e• Suspension ring intact\u003cbr data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e• Light surface wear consistent with age and use\u003cbr data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e• No significant dents, splits or repairs noted\u003cbr data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e• Reverse engraved \"S.S.A.A.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003eAn attractive antique sterling silver fob medal by Herbert Bushell \u0026amp; Son, hallmarked Birmingham 1923. Featuring a decorative pierced design, raised central shield and engraved reverse, this is a pleasing example of early twentieth-century silver craftsmanship and would make an excellent addition to a collection of silver fobs, medals or antique jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Herbert Bushell \u0026 Sons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53169265082635,"sku":"1934\/1","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/D79E06D9-A07F-4AE1-97E9-EC2713967B5A_1_201_a.jpg?v=1780982481","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/antique-sterling-silver-fob-medal-birmingham-1923-herbert-bushell-son","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}