Decorative Arts Auction

December 14, 2011

LOT 268

Lot 268

George III Silver Oval Snuff Box, John Thornton, Birmingham, 1799

George III Silver Oval Snuff Box, John Thornton, Birmingham, 1799
Lot 268 Details
George III Silver Oval Snuff Box, John Thornton, Birmingham, 1799

length 2.2" — 5.6 cm.
1 oz. — 32 grams

Estimate $150-$250

Realised: $408
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with monogram IH; one or two tiny dents; well marked inside both sides

LOT 268
×

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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.