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THOMAS SHAW SOLID SILVER SNUFF BOX

By Nic_S, 29 November, 2010
Description

Stunning Thomas Shaw solid silver snuff box with gilt interior Birmingham hallmark 1834.

The box lid is very detailed and depicts a meeting of 19th century gentlemen in jovial mood partaking of a

foaming ale - one gentleman appears to be regaling his audience of a tale or perhaps a bawdy joke!

The box is fully decorated on all sides as can be seen from the photos and it measures 8x6cm and 2cm in depth.

The inside of the box is fully hallmarked top and bottom.

There is on little flaw in this 176 year old box and that is a tiny 4mm tear on the right hand side corner next to the hinge (not on the hinge) which is barely visible - otherwise the box is in excellent condition.

I would be interested to know what the scene on the lid depicts as I can find no information on it.

Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
Silver with gilt interior
Distinguishing marks
Thomas Shaw, Birmingham hallmark
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
8x6cm, 2cm in depth
Date Period
Hallmark indicates 1834
eBay Auction Link
http://www.ebay.com/230554636091
Price Paid (If known)
unknown
For Sale?
No
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