Lot 68A
  • 68A

A Continental Gold and Enamel Snuff Box, probably Swiss, circa 1840

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • apparently unmarked
  • Gold, Enamel
  • length 3 5/8 in.
  • 9.2cm
of octagonal bolster form, decorated all over with partly translucent multi-color enamel strapwork on black ground, with contemporary red leather case

Condition

good condition
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