Decorative Arts Auction

June 17, 2014

LOT 3

Lot 3

Edwardian Silver Playing Card Box, Birmingham, 1903

Edwardian Silver Playing Card Box, Birmingham, 1903
Lot 3 Details
Edwardian Silver Playing Card Box, Birmingham, 1903

of rectangular shape with four beveled glass panels on four pierced bracket feet
height 9.1" — 23.2 cm.

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $984
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Edwardian Silver Playing Card Box, Birmingham, 1903
  • Edwardian Silver Playing Card Box, Birmingham, 1903
  • Edwardian Silver Playing Card Box, Birmingham, 1903
  • Edwardian Silver Playing Card Box, Birmingham, 1903
  • Edwardian Silver Playing Card Box, Birmingham, 1903

CONDITION DETAILS

Face cards behind glass are stained; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked on lower edge and inside cover

LOT 3
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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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