Lot 299 , A mauchlineware 19th century root snuff box

A mauchlineware 19th century root snuff box
Estimate £80-100

Varnish has flaked off and wood is dry, small section of rim chipped out and reglued with a chip loss to it, inside of cover stamped Geo. Sinclair, Bonnington, also a small chip loss to edge of cover.

Wear to the varnish throughout, general minor wear throughout, consistent with age and usage, including scratches, gouges etc. A small crack with a chip missing to the bowl, a few other minor chips missing in places.


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Sold for £95