Decorative Arts & Design

December 0914, 2023
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LOT 251

Lot 251

English Silver Rectangular Cigarette Box, Chester, 1945

English Silver Rectangular Cigarette Box, Chester, 1945
Lot 251 Details
English Silver Rectangular Cigarette Box, Chester, 1945

2.2 x 6.7 x 3.9 in — 5.7 x 17 x 10 cm

Estimate $150-$250

Realised: $147.60
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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English Silver Rectangular Cigarette Box, Chester, 1945
  • English Silver Rectangular Cigarette Box, Chester, 1945
Note:

Plaque on the interior cover reads: PRESENTED TO / Major H.C. Roberts / BY THE OFFICERS OF THE / TRANSJORDAN FRONTIER FORCE / ON THE OCCASION OF HIS MARRIAGE

CONDITION DETAILS

A few dents; some loss to wood lining at the rim; areas of the wood have been re-glued; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked on the side and cover rim, except for an incomplete maker's mark

LOT 251
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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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