English Sterling Silver & Shagreen Tobacco Box
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English Art Deco Sterling Silver and Shagreen Treasury-Style Tobacco Box, London, first quarter 20th century, the date letter and maker's mark rubbed, of rectangular form, the lid with a central shaped handle flanked by a pair of flat shagreen-covered hinged lids, each opening to a cedar-lined compartment, h. 3-1/2", w. 6-3/4", l. 8".
Condition
Overall Condition: Good. No repairs noted. Minor wear consistent with age and use; excellent patina. Some rubbing and spotting to shagreen, though no wear-through, tears or losses. Cedar lining very good. Marks on the box, the handle and the lid center are all rubbed, but the London leopard's head and sterling lion passant are discernable. Date letter completely worn. Maker's mark possibly "JH" in an oval. A handsome lot.
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English Sterling Silver & Shagreen Tobacco Box
Estimate $1,200 - $1,800
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