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Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box Edinburgh c1823
$737.56
£535
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About the Item
Heading : Sterling silver cowry shell snuff box
Date : Hallmarked in Edinburgh for an uknown maker whose mark was registered (IR) in Edinburgh and was known only in 1823.
Period : George IV
Origin : Edinburgh, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Decoration : Silver mounted cowrie shell with parcel gilt interio and hinged cover.
Size : 7.6x6.4cm 4.5cm height
Condition : Excellent, hinge works well and shuts firmly, a few very minor pin pricks to silver.
Restoration : None
Weight : 71 grams
- Dimensions:Height: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Diameter: 3 in (7.6 cm)
- Style:Georgian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1823
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Tunbridge Wells, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 230825031stDibs: LU8525237520692
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