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LOT 207

Lot 207

George III Silver Perfume Bottle Case, Birmingham, c.1800, and Two Later Vinaigrettes, John Bettridge, 1823 and Edward Smith, 1845

George III Silver Perfume Bottle Case, Birmingham, c.1800, and Two Later Vinaigrettes, John Bettridge, 1823 and Edward Smith, 1845
Lot 207 Details
George III Silver Perfume Bottle Case, Birmingham, c.1800, and Two Later Vinaigrettes, John Bettridge, 1823 and Edward Smith, 1845

height 1.5 in — 3.7 cm; length 1.3 in — 3.4 cm
1.4 oz. — 43 grams

Estimate $150-$250

Realised: $252
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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George III Silver Perfume Bottle Case, Birmingham, c.1800, and Two Later Vinaigrettes, John Bettridge, 1823 and Edward Smith, 1845
  • George III Silver Perfume Bottle Case, Birmingham, c.1800, and Two Later Vinaigrettes, John Bettridge, 1823 and Edward Smith, 1845

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor dents to perfume bottle case; bottle present, but missing stopper; well marked top and bottom; rectangular vinaigrette engraved with initials on the cartouche; small hole on the opening side where a suspension ring has been removed; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked inside both sides; oval vinaigrette has a very small hole at the edge of the cover; otherwise substantially in good condition; well marked inside both sides

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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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