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practical accessory and a statement of status. Originally used to carry essential tools—such as scissors, thimbles, and notebooks—they evolved into ornate decorative pieces, often reflecting the wearer’s taste and refinement. \u003cbr\u003eToday, they are admired not only for their functionality but as fascinating relics of 19th-century daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example is an impressive four-chain chatelaine, crafted entirely in Sterling silver and surmounted by a wonderfully ornate repoussé figural group. To the reverse, it features its original clip fitting, allowing it to be worn as intended. \u003cbr\u003eBelow the main mount, a further decorative figure group leads to four beautifully detailed openwork chains, each suspending its original accessory via the original Sterling silver hallmarked secure dog clips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accessories themselves are a delight: an ornate Sterling silver scissor case lined in rich royal blue velvet, a matching thimble holder with opening top and velvet lining, and a charming rotating wheel pin cushion—also finished in blue velvet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fourth piece is an aide-memoire, complete with its original three celluloid pages; while this component appears to differ slightly in repoussé work and is likely an addition of the same era.  Such variations are commonly seen in antique chatelaines, as pieces were often assembled over time with tools from different makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll elements are fully hallmarked (except the aide-mémoire), bearing the maker’s mark “CM,” likely attributed to Miller Brothers (Charles Dew Miller), alongside the London assay mark (leopard’s head) and a date letter for 1890, firmly placing it in the late Victorian period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring approximately 28 cm from the top mount to the lowest accessory, this is a substantial and visually impressive piece. It remains in beautiful condition, with crisp detailing and a wonderful sense of presence, making it both a remarkable collector’s item and a captivating display piece which of course can still be worn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"luxury-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength from top to longest ‘tool - 28cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth of top component - 6cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePin cushion\u003c\/em\u003e - 3.4cm round\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eScissor holder\u003c\/em\u003e - 5.6cm - not including chains\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAide Memoire\u003c\/em\u003e - 5cm x 3cm  0 not including top bale\u003cbr\u003eThimble holder - 4cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e122 Grams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHallmarks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully hallmarked with UK Sterling Silver London stamps to multiple components and ‘CM’ makers marks to:-\u003cbr\u003eDog clips, Main top and suspended section, Scissor holder, thimble holder and pin cushion.\u003cbr\u003eAide Memoire is unmarked - probably a different maker but Victorian also\u003cbr\u003e‘CM’ makers mark possibly for - Miller Brothers (Charles Dew Miller) Newgate Street London EC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVictorian - hallmarked for 1890 - London\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"luxury-product-divider\"\u003e\u003c!-- Provenance\/Story --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"luxury-provenance\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\nVery good to excellent antique condition.  No repairs or damages.  Aide memoire contains all three celluloid ‘pages’, opens and closes perfectly.  Thimble holder opens and closes perfectly, contains original royal blue velvet. Scissor holder also contains original matching royal blue velvet, as does the pin cushion.  Patina here and there, and minor marks to silver only. All dog clips are original, hallmarked, matching and all work perfectly.  No issues to note. 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