Silver and Coins - 29th October 2008

Lot 1558

A George III Scottish horn snuff mull of tapering form with a hinged cover

Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £1000

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Description

A George III Scottish horn snuff mull of tapering form with a hinged cover, decorated with brass pique work - a three turreted castle on the front and a thistle flower on the reverse, the cover with a vacant silver cartouche, unmarked probably late 18th century, 3.3in (8.5cm) high