Silver, Early Spoons & Collectors' Items - 25th April 2006

Lot 787

A George III Irish drop-shaped snuff box

Estimate £300 - £400 | Hammer £440

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Description

A George III Irish drop-shaped snuff box, with a curved base and a large crest engraved on the cover, flanked by border engraving, gilt interior, makers mark only, by Benjamin Stokes, Dublin, circa 1765, 3.5in (9cm), 3oz.