Sterling silver sovereign case. Early 20th Century. 17.69 gm. 29 mm. Round silver shell-like holder, with loop; inside constructed to hold several sovereigns; the base inside is on a spring-loaded internal base; EK monogram finely engraved on the top. Hallmarks inside the top cover: anchor | lion standing left | h (1903); SML above; Samuel M Levi. Birmingham Assay Office. Near Extremely Fine; attractive light toning. (No wonder 19th century sovereigns usually show up worn but often with luster in the legends.)