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Suffolk, UK
Stunning Rare Georgian Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box c.1800
REF: RA1048 / LA547723
£345
€399
$462
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Description
A superb quality George III snuff box formed from a whole cowrie shell fitted with a bespoke silver mount and hinged cover with concealed flush hinge. The silver is beautifully decorated with bright cut engraved borders and a detailed scallop shell at the bottom. A contemporary engraved dedication "A present from J.M. to P.M." The silver is unmarked as is common. c.1800.
measurements
It measures 8.5cm (3 3/8") long, 6cm (2 3/8") wide and 4.2cm (1 5/8") high.
declaration
The Fancy Fox has clarified that the Stunning Rare Georgian Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box c.1800 (LA547723) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1800
condition
Condition is truly excellent; just a tiny dink to the edge of one of the sections of the hinge. No other damage, repair or restoration. Minimal handling wear, the silver and engraved decoration is lovely and crisp and the shell is also in super original condition.
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Date of Manufacture:
c.1800
location
This Stunning Rare Georgian Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box c.1800 is located in Suffolk, United Kingdom
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