Decorative Arts & Design

June 1722, 2023
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LOT 130

Lot 130

Two German Silver Snuff Boxes, Hanau, c.1900

Two German Silver Snuff Boxes, Hanau, c.1900
Lot 130 Details
Two German Silver Snuff Boxes, Hanau, c.1900

one by Gebrüder Dingeldein, the other (octagonal) with British import marks for London, 1907, sponsor John George Piddington
length 2.4 in — 6 cm; width 2.1 in — 5.4 cm
4.3 oz. — 135 grams

Estimate $100-$200

Realised: $147.60
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Two German Silver Snuff Boxes, Hanau, c.1900
  • Two German Silver Snuff Boxes, Hanau, c.1900
  • Two German Silver Snuff Boxes, Hanau, c.1900

CONDITION DETAILS

The shaped rectangular box has a couple of pinholes noted at thin spots in the moulding; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked under the base; the octagonal box engraved 1858 / 1908 on the cover; substantially in good condition; well marked with three pseudos inside the base, and with import marks on the flange and side of the cover

LOT 130
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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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