Scottish Silver from the Lindsay Collection

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November 05, 2026 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 8

Lot 8

Scottish Provincial Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, William Mill, Montrose, c.1815

Scottish Provincial Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, William Mill, Montrose, c.1815
Lot 8 Details
Scottish Provincial Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, William Mill, Montrose, c.1815

length 2.5 in — 6.4 cm

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $875
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Scottish Provincial Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, William Mill, Montrose, c.1815
  • Scottish Provincial Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, William Mill, Montrose, c.1815
  • Scottish Provincial Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, William Mill, Montrose, c.1815
Provenance:

Nicholas Shaw Antiques, Petworth, 1993

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with initials DSA on the cover; a couple of minor dents and a little wear; otherwise in substantially good condition; maker's mark WM inside the hinged cover

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  • 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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