Description - Delightful late 19th century solid silver tobacco/ snuff box of oval lobed form with a hinged lid
lid embellished with detailed embossed and hand chased winged cherubs among foliage
silver-gilt (gold washed) interior.
Fully hallmarked with anchor for Birmingham assay, lion passant indicating 925 grade solid silver, date letter "y" for the year 1898 and the maker's mark "D & F" which is Deakin & Frances.
Condition - Generally good condition, there are a few bums and some minor rubbing holes to the embossed decoration which are only visible by holding the box up to a light source
hinge tight and closes the lid securely
interior gilding is bright but has become thin
Images are part of both the description and condition report
Dimensions & Weight - 7.6cm long x 5.5cm wide x 3.2cm high
weight is 79 grams.
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