{"product_id":"unger-brothers-art-nouveau-sterling-silver-desk-wax-seal-handle-a-monogram","title":"Unger Brothers Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Desk Wax Seal Handle, “A” Monogram","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMake: Unger Brothers (Newark, New Jersey)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition: Sterling Silver (.925)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle: Art Nouveau (Circa 1896–1910)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObject Type: Desk Wax Seal Stamp Handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePattern: Repoussé Figural Maiden \/ Floral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry\/Region of Manufacture: United States (Newark, NJ)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 29.3g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: - 1 1\/4” diameter x 1 3\/8”ht, bottom inside opening 23.6mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Features:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArt Nouveau Artistry: The top of the bulbous handle features an exquisite, high-relief repoussé depiction of a classical maiden with flowing hair, intricately framed by organic whiplash curves and blossoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant Script Monogram: The smooth front face of the sterling handle features a beautifully hand-engraved, standalone period script monogram for the letter \"A\". The flowing, sweeping flourishes are textbook examples of high-end custom metal engraving from the turn of the century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic Hallmarks: The bottom edge is fully stamped on both sides with the iconic interlocking (UB) trademark logo alongside the clear text: \"Sterling 925 Fine\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCondition Notes (Please Read):\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMissing Matrix: Please note that this listing is for the handle only. The original flat bottom metal matrix plate used for stamping has detached and is missing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal Fill: The original plaster\/cement weighting material is visible and intact inside the hollow base cavity, which is standard construction for weighted silver handles of this era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Wear: Shows a beautiful, untouched natural aged patina with crisp details on the repoussé work. Faint surface wear and minor rim dings consistent with a 120+ year old antique desk accessory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a phenomenal restoration candidate for a jeweler to add a custom engraved blank base plate, or a gorgeous addition to any collection of rare Unger Bros. Art Nouveau silver.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vendor Purchase","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48935581352155,"sku":"3906503203871","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/9812\/3369\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-07-02T160834.028.jpg?v=1783022948","url":"https:\/\/goodmansantiques.com\/products\/unger-brothers-art-nouveau-sterling-silver-desk-wax-seal-handle-a-monogram","provider":"Goodman's Antiques \u0026 Estate Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}