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December 14, 2011

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LOT 273

Lot 273

Silver Mounted Nautilus Shell Table Snuff Mull, maker’s marks RC, 19th century

Silver Mounted Nautilus Shell Table Snuff Mull, maker’s marks RC, 19th century
Lot 273 Details
Silver Mounted Nautilus Shell Table Snuff Mull, maker’s marks RC, 19th century

height 9.8" — 25 cm.
55.6 oz. — 1729 grams
maker’s marks RC and pseudos

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $4,320
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Silver Mounted Nautilus Shell Table Snuff Mull, maker’s marks RC, 19th century
  • Silver Mounted Nautilus Shell Table Snuff Mull, maker’s marks RC, 19th century
Note:

Possibly the work of Lyon & Twinam or an Indian Colonial maker

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved on the cover RB / to / RMcQ; substantially in good condition, with minor wire repair to one chain; three identical sets of marks, inside the cover collar and on the outside rim of the snuff and under the edge of the base: RC in rectangle, lion passant (upside down), loepard’s head crowned, date letter S and duty mark; gross weight of 55.6 oz. — 1729 grams includes shell and ivory mounts

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  • 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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