Fine Silver and Objects of Vertu - 25th April 2017
Lot 317
A 17th century silver squeeze-action spice / snuff box
Estimate £800 - £1,200
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Description
A 17th century silver squeeze-action spice / snuff box,
probably Scandinavian, circa 1689,
oval form, the hinged cover with a relief of a battle scene, the sides with foliate scroll decoration, the base inscribed ' The Gift of J. Jergenson to S.W, Augost 29, 1689, in Gottend', length 5.5cm, approx. weight 1.2oz.