Fine Silver and Objects of Vertu - 29th April 2015

Lot 619

A George III silver-mounted cowrie shell snuff box

Estimate £150 - £200 | Hammer £160

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Description

A George III silver-mounted cowrie shell snuff box,

unmarked circa 1800,

the hinged cover engraved with a crest and monogram, within thistle mantling, plain mounts, length mounted with shell, plain mounts, length 8.5cm.