Royal Bijou Miniature Birthday Book | Hallmarked Silver Front | Chester 1906

Why we chose it: A rare and beautifully preserved miniature birthday book that combines fine craftsmanship with literary charm. Each page features space to record birthdays, alongside selections from the poetical works of Shakespeare, Wordsworth, Hood, Tennyson, Moore, Burns, Cowper, Scott, Goldsmith, Hemans, Byron, and Milton. We were drawn to its elegant sterling silver cover and the thoughtful pairing of personal memory with timeless poetry — a true keepsake from a more sentimental age. These little volumes were often given as gifts, and this one captures both the artistry and emotional resonance of its era.

Maker: J & R Griffin

Product: Royal Bijou Miniature Birthday Book

Metal: Sterling silver front (hallmarked Chester 1906)

Era: Edwardian (1906)

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Condition: Good antique condition with expected age-related wear; the silver cover retains excellent detail, and the inner pages are complete with some age-toning. The book has been used, with a number of handwritten entries throughout — a detail that adds to its sense of history and character.

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