
Lot 418
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Of oval cylindrical section with a hinged lid. Flat chased decoration of rocaille C scrolls with foliage to the rim areas, also to the hinge with a band of engraved rosette lozenges. Gilt interior. Maker’s mark only to the base interior. Length - 7.4 cm / 2.9 inches Weight - 171 grams / 5.5 oztNotes:This example illustrated Culme, J. (2015). British Silver Boxes 1640-1840, The Lion Collection. Suffolk: Antiques Collector’s Club. p. 139, fig. 146.
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Edinburgh circa 1730 by John Main A George II Scottish silver snuff box
George II Edinburgh silver snuff box by John Main, rocaille decoration, gilt interior. 171g. Illustrated in Culme.
Estimate
581 €(£500)–930 €(£800)
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Price checked 26/09/2026, 15:44:24
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- 418
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- 14 Oct 2026, 12:00:00
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- 14 Oct 2026, 12:00:00
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