Silver & Objects of Vertu - 18th July 2017

Lot 27

A 17th century silver squeeze-action spice / snuff box

Estimate £400 - £600 | Hammer £420

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Description

A 17th century silver squeeze-action spice / snuff box,

maker's mark PR crowned, circa 1680-90,

oval form, the hinged cover engraved with a tent pitched outside a town, to the left a cloud and face, and inscribed 'SI VOUS CHANGEZ IE CHNCERAI', the sides with chevron decoration, and base with engraved foliate scroll decoration, with a chain and finger ring attachment, length 4cm, approx. weight 0.5oz.