Winifred | Vintage Felixstowe Charm Sterling Silver Enamel Travel Shield Hallmarked Suffolk
£6.00
Winifred | Vintage Felixstowe Charm Sterling Silver Enamel Travel Shield Hallmarked Suffolk. Collectible vintage travel shield charm featuring the enamel crest of Felixstowe, Suffolk. Crafted from fully hallmarked sterling silver (925). Approx 1.3cm tall. Good vintage condition with intact enamel, silver shows wear/tarnish.
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Winifred | Vintage Felixstowe Charm Sterling Silver Enamel Travel Shield Hallmarked Suffolk
This is a classic example of a vintage souvenir travel shield charm, commemorating the seaside town and port of Felixstowe in Suffolk, England. Crafted from genuine sterling silver, this piece is distinguished by a full set of British hallmarks, guaranteeing its quality and providing valuable information about its origin, likely including the year it was assayed.
The front of the shield is adorned with a vibrant and detailed vitreous enamel representation of the Felixstowe coat of arms or town crest. The colours appear well-preserved, showcasing the heraldic design clearly above the town’s name on a scroll banner. Measuring approximately 1.3cm tall by 1.1cm wide, it conforms to the standard size popular for collecting on charm bracelets during the mid-20th century, particularly the 1970s.
Collecting these travel shields was a widespread hobby, allowing people to create a wearable map of their journeys. This particular charm serves as a nostalgic reminder of the Suffolk coast and the historic port town of Felixstowe. The presence of full hallmarks elevates it beyond typical souvenir quality.
Condition & Important Notes: Offered in good vintage condition, the enamel work remains intact and in good order. The sterling silver body shows some expected signs of age, including general surface wear and tarnish, especially noticeable on the reverse side. This is typical for vintage silver and does not detract from the charm’s overall appeal; polishing can be undertaken if desired. This is a preloved vintage item (c. 1970s estimate) and will show signs of age and wear. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they are integral to the item’s description (taken with DSLR; screen colour variations are possible). Please note: Any props or boxes shown are for display only and not included. The charm has received a light cleaning.
Specifications:
- Material: Sterling Silver (925) & Vitreous Enamel
- Style: Vintage Enamel Travel Shield Charm
- Location Depicted: Felixstowe, Suffolk, England
- Measurements: Approx. 1.3cm tall x 1.1cm wide
- Hallmark: Fully Hallmarked Sterling Silver (Specifics may vary)
- Era: Vintage, Circa 1970s (Estimate – check hallmark for exact year if possible)
- Condition: Good vintage; enamel intact, silver shows wear/tarnish.
A genuine, fully hallmarked vintage sterling silver and enamel travel shield charm from Felixstowe, perfect for collectors or as a meaningful keepsake.
