A vintage Judaica sterling silver and lined oval box stamped LISHAM .925, Israel, mid/late 20th Century
This item was made by Lisham Art Studio Ltd. of Israel. It is stamped Lisham and 925. I’ve been unable to source any information on this item. I have found many other pieces made by Lisham that are usually small Sterling figurines which sell for good prices. However I have not found any items comparable to this Jewelry Box or any as large as this. I would like to know if this box is Solid Sterling Silver as it is very heavy weighing in at 647 Grams. After researching the Web I don’t think this company is still in business.
Six inches Long, Four inches Wide, Three and Half Inches Tall
Online Auction
Yes
Hi David,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Judaica sterling silver and lined oval box
stamped LISHAM .925, Israel, mid/late 20th Century
Of oval section, the lid with beaded rim surmounted by roses and ribbons, one ribbon impressed "ISHAM ART 925", the interior of the lid and stone bottom lined with red velvet.
Height: 3-1/2 inches; Width: 4 inches; Length: 6 inches
CONDITION: This box appears to be in good condition with some expected tarnishing.
PROVENANCE: Acquired in an online auction
$ 200-300*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia
Also the Mearto site Cropped the pictures I submitted. I have pics that show All of the Box if you need them. Thanks !
Sorry I’m an idiot, the pics on the site are good.
Hello, I have Still not received the Appraisal I paid for. I provided all information requested. Please give me an update on the status. Thanks !
Hi David - my deepest apologies - I emailed my colleague back in mid May and followed up over the weekend. I'll circle back today to double check and will move forward if they don't have any additional information - this will be finished by the end of the week (Friday).
Apologies again!
Delia
My colleague couldn't find anything out about Lisham Art despite having deep connections in the antique and vintage Judaica silver community. The value is based on comparable sales of other sterling and mixed media boxes of comparable size and shape.
Hello, the Company name is ”Lisham” based in Israel. I’ve found no markings on the bottom half of the box. I peeled back the red velvet and it appears Top and Bottom are a Stone with the Silver covering, so I’m sure now most of the weight is the internal stone base. Yes please confer with whomever you like. I’m in No rush. I’ll probably list this on eBay as now I see it has disappointing amount of actual Sterling. Thank you for your time ! David