Lot 583
A Victorian silver table snuff box, the oblong form with engine-turned decoration, scroll rim,...
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Lot 583
A Victorian silver table snuff box, the oblong form with engine-turned decoration, scroll rim,...
Lot 583
Lot Description
A Victorian silver table snuff box, the oblong form with engine-turned decoration, scroll rim, the hinged cover with name engraved cartouche and opening to a silver-gilt interior with further presentation inscription. Hallmarked Neill & Cook, Birmingham, 1859. Length measuring 3 1/2 inches (9 cm), weight 5.7 ozt (178 grams).
'Presented to A. C. Reed. Esq. Clerk to the Late Woolwich Local Board of Health, by the Officials as a Mark of Regard and Respect for the Invariable Kindness and Courtesy Received by them at his Hands. 16th March 1901'
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
In good overall condition. The lot displays general scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. Engine-turned decoration remains sharp. Gilding bright. Hallmarks are clear and legible.
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