Silver - Day Two - 20th July 2011

Lot 828

An early 18th century inlaid tortoiseshell snuff box

Estimate £600 - £800 | Hammer £600

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Description

An early 18th century inlaid tortoiseshell snuff box, unmarked, probably first quarter of 18th century, gilt metal interior, the hinged cover inlaid with pique work decoration of a fisherman with a town behind, the underside with an interpretation of Britannia being pulled by two birds, inlaid stud work border, length 7cm.