Silver & Objects of Vertu - 16th July 2019
Lot 333
An 18th / early 19th century silver box
Estimate £100 - £150 | Hammer £350
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Description
An 18th / early 19th century silver box,
unmarked,
circular form, chased foliate and rope-work borders, the hinged cover engraved with an armorial and inscribed 'SAMLL WHEATE FEB.8. 1736', the interior gilded, diameter 8.2cm, approx. weight 5.2oz.
The arms are those of the Wheate family.