Lot 363 , A George III Irish silver mounted cowrie shell snuff box, 3.25in.

A George III Irish silver mounted cowrie shell snuff box, with reeded borders and engraved with armorial, monogram and the name "Joseph Braddell", ?S, Dublin, 1805, 3.25in.
Estimate £300-400

There appears to be three old small repairs. One each to either side of the rim close to the pin hinge and the other is to the front of the box just above the shell on the base. There are some minor nicks (mainly around the rim) and scratches. There is a tiny split to the silver rim around the base. The engraved armorial is looking a little tired in comparison to the rest of the engraving. Overall condition is otherwise good.


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Sold for £280