Vintage Sterling Silver Filigree Pill Box with Floral Lid, Stamped 925

A finely detailed vintage sterling silver pill box featuring an ornate floral lid and decorative filigree-style openwork sides. The round hinged box is stamped 925 and combines scrolling wirework, beaded accents and a raised central flower motif to create an elegant lace-like effect.

Measuring approximately 5 cm in diameter, the box is suitable for storing pills, small keepsakes or jewellery items. Its richly worked surface and compact form make it an attractive addition to a collection of vintage silver boxes, decorative trinket boxes or small sterling silver objects.

Details

Item: Vintage sterling silver pill box

Material: Sterling silver, 925 standard

Mark: Stamped 925

Maker: Unidentified

Origin: Unconfirmed

Date / Period: Vintage 20th century

Design: Round hinged pill box with floral lid and filigree-style openwork sides

Decoration: Raised central floral motif, scrolling wirework, beaded accents and ornamental borders

Diameter: Approx. 5 cm

Weight: Approx. 22.6 g

Condition

Good vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with previous use. The lid sits loosely when opened, and there is deformation to the inner rim. The box remains functional. Please review the photographs carefully for the full condition.

Historical and Collector Context

Filigree is a decorative metalworking technique associated with fine wire or thread-like elements arranged into intricate openwork patterns. Used across a variety of regional silver working traditions, it creates a delicate lace-like appearance that is particularly effective on small decorative objects.

This vintage pill box combines openwork scroll decoration around the sides with a richly detailed floral lid. The visible 925 stamp confirms sterling silver fineness, while the maker, exact origin and precise date remain unconfirmed. Its compact size and decorative craftsmanship make it an appealing display piece as well as a practical small keepsake box.

All items are vintage or antique and may show light signs of age. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Feel free to message with any questions prior to purchase.