Lot 637
A 1930’s silver cigarette case of oblong form, with engine turned decoration and engraved...
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Lot 637
A 1930’s silver cigarette case of oblong form, with engine turned decoration and engraved...
Lot 637
Lot Description
A 1930’s silver cigarette case of oblong form, with engine turned decoration and engraved initials, opening to reveal a gilded interior and personal inscription and illustration. Hallmarked Mappin & Webb Ltd Birmingham 1936. Height measuring 5 1/2 inches ( 14 cm), weight 6.9 ozt (215 grams).
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The cigarette case is in fair condition with general scratches, marks and wear. There are obvious repairs to the front bottom edge of the case, a little crude with solder visible and loss of the edge and engine turned decoration definition. The gilded interior is quite stained and tarnished. The personal engraving is in excellent condition and the hallmarks are also very visible and legible.
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