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Antique George I Sterling Silver Tobacco Box

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An exceptional antique early Georgian English sterling silver tobacco box; an addition to our smoking related silverware collection This dine antique George I sterling silver tobacco box has a plain oval rounded form. The surface of the box is plain and embellished with fine engraved circular motifs and leaf decoration to the cover hinge. The flush hinged hallmarked cover is ornamented with the contemporary engraved inscription ‘Richard Smart’ to the centre, in addition to a simplified engraved shell and scrolling leaf design to the shaped thumbpiece. This impressive Georgian tobacco box has an exceptional color and patination. This antique tobacco box is an exceptional example of its type. Patination or Patina is a subtle coloration or tarnish which forms on the surface of some metals, produced by oxidation or other chemical processes. A good patina proffers an aesthetically pleasing look. Condition This antique Georgian tobacco box is a very good gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. The engraved decoration is sharp, in keeping with age. Full hallmarks struck to the interior of the base and part hallmarks to the interior of the cover are very clear, in keeping with age; the maker's marks have some wear. Dimensions Length 9.8cm/3.9" Width 7.8cm/3.1" Height 2.5cm/1" Weight 4.1 troy ounces/126.1g Maker: Ed Cornock Origin: London, England Date: 1725 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photography may detract from the true representation of this piece of early Georgian silverware. Item Ref. SKU: W8955.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Diameter: 3.1 in (7.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1720-1729
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1725
  • Condition:
    See description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: W89551stDibs: LU1200218546212
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