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RARE 18Century EUROPEAN FAUX TORTOISE and SILVER SNUFF BOX #2

$ 132

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Modified Item: No
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Restocking Fee: No

    Description

    Description:
    This is an 18
    th
    century or possibly earlier European snuff box.
    The top of the box is ornately decorated with mythological figures in silver and brass (no silver marks). The lid and underside are missing some silver pieces (see detailed photos).
    The lid functions perfectly but has had old repairs to the external hinge.
    Inlaid snuff boxes of this early period are rare and when found are rarely in perfect condition.
    Country of Origin:
    European
    Period:
    18
    th
    century or earlier
    Condition:
    Good except for missing silver sections
    Dimensions:
    3 ¼” x 2 ½”