Silver - Day One - 25th January 2011

Lot 66

A late 17th century silver mounted tortoiseshell box

Estimate £250 - £300 | Hammer £350

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Description

A late 17th century silver mounted tortoiseshell box, unmarked circa 1680-90, oval form, the hinged cover inlaid with foliate piqué decoration, the sides with two plain bands and flower motifs, length 4.5cm. Purchased from Phillips, London, 14 December 1979.