£50
W. Avery & Sons of Redditch - 'The Beatrice' - A 19th century Victorian era circa. 1860's brass concertina folding needle case. The case having repousse face opening in concertina fold to reveal panel needle pockets intricately engraved with bouquets of roses with numbered cartouches beneath. Marked Patent / Beatrice to each fixture. Retailed by James William Lewis of Birmingham and George Archbold. The original patent design most likely sold by W. Avery & Sons. Named after Queen Victoria fifth daughter, Princess Beatrice, whom the queen nicknamed 'Baby' and who stayed at home as companion to her mother until her death. Measures 47mm length.
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