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Lot 470
Full Lot Description
A continental white metal snuff box, of serpentine outline with floral and foliate scroll decoration, the hinged lid further engraved with a landscape scene depicting buildings and river. Appears unmarked. Length 3" (7.5cm), gross weight 2.83 ozt (88 grams).
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Condition Report
<li>Displaying some general surface wear, marks, scratches and tarnishing commensurate with age and use.
<li>Some slightly heavier wear around edges and corners.
<li>With a couple of rim splits at the creases and small holes in another crease, and possible repairs.
<li>Surface wear and rubbing to the decoration with slight loss of detail to some areas.
<li>Hinges appear in good working order and lid closes securely.
<li>Loss to tip of thumb-piece on one end.
<li>Gilt interior with some surface wear and tarnishing and dirt/polish residues.
<li>Appears unmarked but tests around 85% to 87% Ag.
<li>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.
<li>Fellows does not guarantee the standard of silver, 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.
<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
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