Fine Silver and Objects of Vertu - 25 Apr 2017
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A late 18th century silver-mounted cowrie shell snuff box
A late 18th century silver-mounted cowrie shell snuff box,
unmarked, circa 1780-1790,
oval form, the hinged cover with a crest and monogram within foliate mantling, length 8.8cm.
The crest is that for Hanning, Harman, Hunt, Hutton and other families.
Purchased in 1958 from Cameo Corner, for £5.
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