An early-18th century silver snuff box,

An early-18th century silver snuff box,
unmarked, circa 1730,
shaped oval form, reeded borders, the hinged cover embossed in the form of a scallop shell, chased with panels of birds and cherubs among foliate scrolls with a mask above, the underside with scratch initials 'R.H', gilt interior, length 6.6cm, approx. weight 1.2oz.

Provenance: A Private Collection.