A Victorian engraved gilt brass and foil backed blue glass desk set

A Victorian engraved gilt brass and foil backed blue glass desk set, of a silk lined stationery casket, a pen rest, paper knife and a taperstick, 4.5in (11.4xm) h. The leather bases gilt stamped 'HOWELL, JAMES & Co, REGENT STREET LONDON.' (4) Howell, James & Co (1819-1911) were Jewellers and Silversmiths who were noted for their quality and variety of stock, including items from designers and students of the South Kensington School.