Fine Silver and Objects of Vertu - 25th April 2017

Lot 295

A George III silver-mounted cowrie shell snuff box

Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £280

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Description

A George III silver-mounted cowrie shell snuff box,

unmarked, circa 1800,

the mount with a flush hinged cover, bright-cut border, and engraved with a crest, length 5.7cm.

The crest is that of Fortescue, Holland, Wolverstone, Lovet and other families.