Jewellery - 23rd October 2014

Lot 1314

A George III bloodstone snuffbox

Estimate £5,000 - £7,000

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Description

A George III bloodstone snuffbox, the hinged cover applied with a diamond set lion standing on a line of emeralds and within a circular border of rubies. The thumbpiece mounted with a line alternately set with emeralds, diamonds and surmounted with two further rubies. Gold mounts. 7cm wide.