Silver - 30th July 2008

Lot 983

An early 18th century mounted tortoiseshell snuffbox

Estimate £240 - £350

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Description

An early 18th century mounted tortoiseshell snuffbox, oblong, the hinged cover inset with a medal by J. Croker, commemorating the Union of England and Scotland, the base inscribed 'A Gift of Friendship from Mrs S. Naker to Mr JaS Taylor', the box unmarked, c.1730, 3in (7.6cm) long.