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A Fine & Rare Sterling Silver Snuff Box Made For The Great Exhibition of 1851
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A fine and rare 19th century sterling silver snuff box made specifically for the Great Exhibition of 1851, held at the Crystal Palace in London.
The lid shows a finely detailed engraved image of the Crystal Palace surrounded by a border of hand chased foliate motifs, opening on precisely made barrel hinges to reveal a gilded interior bearing Birmingham hallmarks, date mark for 1850 and makers marks for Foxall & Company.
The reverse decorated with hand chased foliate motifs and centered by a blank cartouche against engine turned geometric designs. Weight, 39 grams.
In addition to its scarcity as well as it historical & cultural significance, it is worth mentioning that the silversmithing firm of Foxall & Company manufactured wares for a very brief period of time, from 1850-1853.
This truly rare example would be cherished by any serious collector of silver, particularly a collector of silver boxes.
- Creator:Foxall & Co. (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Sterling Silver,Engraved
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In extremely good overall condition, the gilded interior showing areas of rubbing consistent with age & use.
- Seller Location:Ottawa, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2728326016112
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