Decorative Arts & Design

September 1924, 2020
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LOT 4

Lot 4

Silver Pierced Oval Box, late 18th century and later

Silver Pierced Oval Box, late 18th century and later
Lot 4 Details
Silver Pierced Oval Box, late 18th century and later

length 5.6 in — 14.3 cm
5 oz. — 157 grams
bearing marks for London 1788 and 1796

Estimate $100-$200

Realised: $360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Silver Pierced Oval Box, late 18th century and later
  • Silver Pierced Oval Box, late 18th century and later

CONDITION DETAILS

As found (a marriage, made up as a jewellery box with velvet lining; hinge slightly strained; otherwise in substantially good condition; marks inside the cover and on the base edge are probably spurious)

LOT 4
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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