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.