This is for a nice sterling silver snuff-box from 1902. It is decorated to the lid with a courting couple in a woodland scene and there is nice detailing to an open book on the floor. The silver carries a full set of English import hallmarks dating to Chester 1902 along with the initials SBL for Samuel Boyce. The box also has the original Dutch  silver marks on the base, to show it existed a long time before 1902, i cant date it exactly, but it would have been the very early 1800s at least. It is in excellent  condition with light surface wear, no holes in the lid and the interior has a lovely rich gold gilt finish. The lid shuts tightly and it measures 55mm (2.25") x 42mm (1.5") and stands 25mm (1") tall. It weighs 64 grams.

Be sure to check out all the other general antiques, objects of virtue, writing implements, scientific and optical instruments, art nouveau and art deco items,  vanity and smoking requisites, and all the other vintage ladies & gentleman's accessories we are selling this week. We list nearly every week and usually on a Thursday night and we will always combine items to reduce postage costs and make them as cheap as possible. 

 For domestic deliveries, special delivery is mandatory for items over £150.