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Silver Cowrie Shell Snuff Box Edinburgh c1823

$729.76

£535

€621.42

CA$1,005.43

A$1,096.57

CHF 580.89

MX$13,146.28

NOK 7,397.92

SEK 6,764.85

DKK 4,642.62

About the Item

Heading : Sterling silver cowry shell snuff box Date : Hallmarked in Edinburgh for an uknown maker whose mark was registered (IR) in Edinburgh and was known only in 1823. Period : George IV Origin : Edinburgh, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland Decoration : Silver mounted cowrie shell with parcel gilt interio and hinged cover. Size : 7.6x6.4cm 4.5cm height Condition : Excellent, hinge works well and shuts firmly, a few very minor pin pricks to silver. Restoration : None Weight : 71 grams

Dimensions:
Height: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Diameter: 3 in (7.6 cm)
Style:
Georgian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver
Place of Origin:
Scotland
Period:
1820-1829
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1823
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Tunbridge Wells, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 230825031stDibs: LU8525237520692

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