Silver, Vertu, Coins & Medals - 19th & 20th July - 19th July 2016

Lot 789

A mid-18th century silver snuff box

Estimate £100 - £150 | Hammer £160

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Description

A mid-18th century silver snuff box,

maker's mark only, that of John Wirgman, London circa 1760,

rectangular form, cushion sides, the hinged cover with foliate scroll decoration and with a central cartouche with initials, length 7.2cm, approx. weight 2.9oz.