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Creator: John Somers
Late 20th Century Square Pewter Lidded Box with Christian motif
By John Somers
Located in Raleigh, US
John Somers – World-Renowned Manufacturer of Fine Pewter Special Offering: Ornamental Square Box Crafted by the esteemed pewter artisan John Somers, celebrated globally for exceptio...
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Late 20th Century Brazilian British Colonial John Somers Boxes

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Pewter

Late 20th Century Square Pewter Lidded Box with Christian motif
Late 20th Century Square Pewter Lidded Box with Christian motif

Late 20th Century Square Pewter Lidded Box with Christian motif

$399 / item
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John Somers boxes are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of pewter and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of John Somers boxes, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Prices for John Somers boxes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $399 and can go as high as $399, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $399.

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