Lot 268
A cigarette case, testing around 14ct gold, of plain rectangular form with rounded corners, the...
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Lot 268
A cigarette case, testing around 14ct gold, probably Russian.
Lot 268
Lot Description
A cigarette case, testing around 14ct gold, of plain rectangular form with rounded corners, the lower right corner with engraved monogram, and thumb piece set with a sapphire cabochon, the interior personally engraved. Marked 56 to interior alongside initial mark K.M, probably Russian. Length 3.5" (9cm), gross weight 3.09 ozt (96.3 grams).
Postage: Postable
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Appears in fairly good overall condition, displaying some general surface wear, scratches and marks and a few small edge nicks.
Hinge and clasp appear in good working order and it closes securely.
Possible repair around the hinge on one corner. There are a couple of small patches of a different gold tone, also some pitting or pin prick marks and a small circular hole in the metal.
Interior with personal engraving. '21st Birthday from Mum and Dad.'
Marked to interior K M alongside a punch containing number 56.
Exterior tests just under 14k (around 13.92 %). Interior tests just above 14k (around 14.2 %)
Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns.
Fellows does not guarantee the standard of silver, gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible.
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