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Antique Sterling Silver Combination Vesta and Tobacco Box

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An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver combination vesta and tobacco box; an addition to our smoking related silverware collection This exceptional antique George V sterling silver tobacco box has a plain circular rounded form. The upper portion of this antique silver tobacco box is encompassed with bright cut engraved leaf decoration, accented with a pin struck border. This antique box retains the original flush hinged hallmarked cover with a plain thumbpiece to the anterior surface; the flush hinge indicates the high quality of the piece. This silver box opens to reveal a secondary cover, which allows access to the vesta holder. The rounded anterior surface of this antique silver tobacco vesta box features an integrated serrated panel/match striker. Condition This antique silver combination tobacco and vesta box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Full hallmarks and part hallmarks struck to the interior of the box, in addition to part hallmarks to vesta cover and the rim of the vesta holder are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Dimensions Diameter 7.3cm/2.9" Height 2.5cm/1" Weight 3.1 troy ounces/95.5g Maker: Smith & Bartlam Date: 1911 Origin: Birmingham, England Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive antique silver tobacco vesta box.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Diameter: 2.9 in (7.37 cm)
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  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1911
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C67941stDibs: LU1200228058212
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