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Wednesday, 12 - Monday, 24 November 2025

A good mid-Victorian George Betjemann & Sons gilt-metal bee skep sewing box, of classic beehive shape of straw rope twist, surmounted by bees, on a square plinth base with recessed feet.

Estimate: $400 - $800

Current Bid $200 (1 bid, reserve met)
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Lot Details

The hinged, domed cover reveals a removable green velvet tray with an assortment of mother-of-pearl implements (scissors and knife replacements). Marked on gilt tablet inset under base: GB & Sons, Victorian Reg Diamond for 1869, and number 97. 175 x 175 x 175mm.


A good mid-Victorian George Betjemann & Sons gilt-metal bee skep sewing box, of classic beehive shape of straw rope twist, surmounted by bees, on a square plinth base with recessed feet. Image 1++
A good mid-Victorian George Betjemann & Sons gilt-metal bee skep sewing box, of classic beehive shape of straw rope twist, surmounted by bees, on a square plinth base with recessed feet. Image 1++
A good mid-Victorian George Betjemann & Sons gilt-metal bee skep sewing box, of classic beehive shape of straw rope twist, surmounted by bees, on a square plinth base with recessed feet. Image 1++
A good mid-Victorian George Betjemann & Sons gilt-metal bee skep sewing box, of classic beehive shape of straw rope twist, surmounted by bees, on a square plinth base with recessed feet. Image 1++
A good mid-Victorian George Betjemann & Sons gilt-metal bee skep sewing box, of classic beehive shape of straw rope twist, surmounted by bees, on a square plinth base with recessed feet. Image 1++