Silver - 28th April 2010

Lot 665

A good 19th century Scottish silver-gilt mounted Scottish hard stone sewing case

Estimate £3,000 - £4,000

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Description

A good 19th century Scottish silver-gilt mounted Scottish hard stone sewing case, unmarked, rectangular form, the hinged cover set with vari-coloured inlay, engraved foliate scroll borders, with a leopard head clasp, the interior fitted with gold sewing implements including a pin cushion, a thimble, a tape measure, a penknife, a pair of scissors with a sheath, plus two other implements, length 12.8cm.