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George III Sterling Silver-Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box with Hinged Lid
$1,150
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George III, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested) helmet cowrie shell snuff box with hinged lid, Scotland, Ca. 1790. Sterling is beautifully etched, Measures 3 inches wide x 2 1/8 inches deep (at deepest point) x 1 1/2 inches high (at highest point). Some very small dints on silver (see photos) commensurate with age and use. Dark spots on silver in photos are reflections. In good antique condition.
Details
- DimensionsHeight: 1.50 in. (3.81 cm)Width: 3.0 in. (7.62 cm)Depth: 2.13 in. (5.42 cm)
- StyleGeorge III (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques
- Place of Origin
- Period1790-1799
- Date of Manufacture1790
- ConditionWear consistent with age and use.
- Seller LocationNew York, NY
- Reference Number1stDibs: LU914725581862
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- Shipping$20 Standard Parcel Shippingto United States 0, arrives in 3-8 days. We recommend this shipping type based on item size, type and fragility.Delivered by a parcel delivery service such as UPS, FedEx, or DHL.Ships From: New York, NY
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