13th Nov, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST

Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
  Lot 2039
 

2039

A George IV Silver-Gilt Snuff-Box, by Fentem, Webster and Danby, Sheffield, 1824, oblong and with slightly bellied sides, the sides chased with trailing foliage and flowers populated by lion's masks, and with panels depicting horse racing, the plain hinged cover engraved with an inscription and opens to reveal a further compartment within the lid with a cast lion mask latch, 11.5cm wide, 7oz 16dwt, 242gr

The inscription reads 'We the friends of Mr Bowman For his unremitting exertions in behalf of the Town of Rotherham its Interests and Amusements by Originating & Promoting the Races beg his acceptance of a Gold Snuff Box as a Token of Respect'.

Phillips, Folkstone, 26 April 1989, lot 134.

Sold for £2,400
Estimated at £2,500 - £3,500


 

Marked under base and inside cover. The marks are generally clear. There is overall some surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the gilding at the high points. The hinge and lock mechanism on the internal cover are somewhat stiff.

 


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Auction: Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 13th Nov, 2021

Fine Jewellery, Watches and Silver Sales are held three times a year, coinciding with the Fine Sales. They offer the top tier of consignments, focusing on important diamonds, fine period and designer jewellery, the most desirable vintage and modern luxury watches by top makers and fine pieces of period silver.

Entries are invited for forthcoming sales.

 

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