Silver - 30th April 2008

Lot 353

A George III novelty snuff box

Estimate £300 - £400 | Hammer £400

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Description

A George III novelty snuff box, in the form of a book, the spine initialled 'HB', 'AB' and 'RL', the cover initialled 'THL', gilt interior, maker's mark only struck twice, 'IP' possibly by James Phipps I, London c.1770, 2.9in (7.2cm) long, 3oz.