Antique Georgian Horn Snuff Box Inlaid With Faux Tortoiseshell and Silver Pique.
This is a beautiful antique horn snuff box in lovely condition. The box is most likely made of stag horn and is of very fine quality.
The box measures 2cm high, 3cm in depth at its widest point and is 6.6cm wide.
The lid of the snuff box is decorated with a wide panel of cream horn containing a faux tortoiseshell diamond which is inlaid with silver wire displaying a white metal leaf, a five petaled daisy flower and beneath is a very pretty pattern of store two daisy shaped flowers and foliage.
The white metal is very likely to be silver but there is no visible hallmark.
The snuff box opens and closes easily and firmly and there are no issues with the seven little horn hinges which are all present and correct and working beautifully well and the closing lip to the front of the box is also in perfect condition.
The interior and exterior of this lovely box are all intact with no issues and it is a very beautiful and high quality piece. The edges of the box are rounded and there are no cracks, dents or splits to the horn inside or out.
This gorgeous box would be a lovely addition to a collection of snuff boxes and is certainly gorgeous enough to be the beginning of a collection or to be displayed with other treasures.
This item has had a previous life and may show signs of wear and tear commensurate with age. If I spot any issues these will be included in the description or in the photos of the item. Please check these before purchasing.
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Product code: Antique Georgian Horn Snuff Box Inlaid With Faux Tortoiseshell and Silver store Pique