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A Gold Mounted Moss Agate Snuff Box

About the Item

The mottled brown agate with translucence when held to light. The cover with a gold rope twist edge above hinged clasp with wreath and berry design above a cushion base
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The gold mount reglued with slight residue. Rope twist at corner shows repair.
  • Seller Location:
    Spencertown, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RMA019531stDibs: LU1620238648562
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