Lot 560
A George III silver mounted cowrie shell snuff box, the shell of oval outline, the hinged silver...
Monday 17 March 2014 | 10:00 | Lots: 479
Lot 560
A George III silver mounted cowrie shell snuff box, the shell of oval outline, the hinged silver...
Lot 560
Lot Description
A George III silver mounted cowrie shell snuff box, the shell of oval outline, the hinged silver lid with personal engraving and reeded edge opening to silver-gilt interior. Hallmarked Roger Biggs, assumed London 1799. Length measuring 6.5 cm.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The lot displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use.
Fractures to shell. A little 'rounding' to the definition. Hallmarks rubbed but easily legible, no town mark.
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