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Silver and Guilloche enamel Cigar or Cigarette Humidor or box by Albert Carter

About the Item

A fine and good sized George VI silver and guilloche enamel cigar or cigarette humidor or case by Albert Carter. Superb green guilloche enamel with gold fleur de lys. The engine turned, starburst guilloche enamel, with hinged lid. Silver marks for Albert Carter, Birmingham, 1951. the interior wood lined.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1951
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015344335212

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