Antique Austrian Silver Snuff Box. Continental Lidded Pot. 1853.

This charming antique snuff box which is made of Austrian silver has beautiful all over engine turned decoration with an unusual pattern and dates from 1853.

Description

This charming antique snuff box which is made of Austrian silver has beautiful all over engine turned decoration with an unusual pattern and dates from 1853.

This handsome box is of superb quality, has rounded edges, is gilded to the inside, has the Austrian hallmark and maker's mark to the inside base and lid and has a nicely fitting hinged lid which makes a satisfying pop when opened.

This tactile antique piece has a blank cartouche and would make a very nice gift for a snuff box collector.

Material: Austrian Silver.

Date: 1853.

Hallmark: Austrian hallmark dating to 1853. AK.

Dimensions: Length: 9 cm (3 1/2 inches). Width: 3.5 cm (1 1/2 inches). Height: 2.5 cm (1 inches).

Weight: 81 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. Some light scratches and marks. A few tiny dings to the base and one to the corner edge. Please see pictures.

References

SKU: ASSB2679