The Arthur Holder Collection of Silver & Vertu (Part 1) - 25th October 2016
Lot 592
A 19th century Scottish silver-mounted snuff mull
Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £170
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Description
A 19th century Scottish silver-mounted snuff mull,
unmarked,
conventional form, the border inscribed 'AMOUR AVEC LOYAULTE', the hinged cover with a thistle and inscribed 'William Parr', the front with a shield cartouche, engraved with a crest, length 9.5cm.
The crest and motto are those for Parr, of Lythwood, Shropshire.