Lot 318
A selection of novelty items to include a small modern silver photograph frame, of rectangular...
Lot 318
Lot Description
A selection of novelty items to include a small modern silver photograph frame, of rectangular engine-turned hinged form with applied vacant cartouche and lockable clasp, opening to reveal two apertures, hallmarked London import 1979, maker's mark I over B B, further marked Asprey alongside Sterling and 925, height measuring 6.2 cm. Together with a small modern silver figure, realistically modelled as a mouse, hallmarked B S E Products, London 1988, an Edwardian silver heart shaped pill box, a snuff box of oblong hinged form with engraved foliate decoration, marked with probable Dutch assay marks, plus a stamp case of envelope form, marked Sterling. Gross weight 3.9 ozt (124.3 grams). (5).
Postage: Postable
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
In varied state, the lot displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. The photograph frame has one plastic cover inside one aperture, other not present, pins visible to the interior which attach the applied vacant cartouche. Remnants of polish visible to the decoration on the mouse. The gilding to the interior of the pill box is faded and appears dull. The stamp case has a maker's mark for Adie & Lovekin Ltd. The snuff box has significant splits and holes to the base and lid, requires repair and attention, the decoration is significantly worn with loss of definition, the silver appears to have 'bubbled' to the interior, marked with probable Dutch assay marks including a possible date letter for 1844 and a possible maker's mark of 'CM over 78'?. Majority of hallmarks clear and legible.
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