Silver & Objects of Vertu - Day 2 - 12th July 2023

Lot 727

An early-18th century silver snuff box,

Estimate £100 - £150 | Hammer £280

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Description

An early-18th century silver snuff box,
unmarked, circa 1730,
shaped oval form, reeded borders, the hinged cover embossed in the form of a scallop shell, chased with panels of birds and cherubs among foliate scrolls with a mask above, the underside with scratch initials 'R.H', gilt interior, length 6.6cm, approx. weight 1.2oz.

Provenance: A Private Collection.