Lot 491 , A George III silver snuff box with inset 'fossilised' agate cover

A George III silver snuff box with inset 'fossilised' agate cover

A George III silver snuff box with inset 'fossilised' agate cover,
indistinct maker's mark, RC?, London, 1781, of shaped oval form, 71mm.

£150-200

Condition:
A few small chips around the edges of the agate. Engraved initials to the base. Interior quite grubby. Appears to have a postcode in ‘invisible’ felt pen on underside of stone. Generally showing slight wear commensurate with age and use, but otherwise in good order. Lid unmarked.

Sold for £260