Lot 48 , An early Victorian silver snuff box, by Francis Clark, Length 83mm Weight: 4.2oz/131grms
An early Victorian silver snuff box, by Francis Clark, hallmarked Birmingham 1840, of rectangular form with ornate cast and applied floral decoration to the thumb piece and cartouche border, with engraved name and date, Length 83mm Weight: 4.2oz/131grms
Estimate £150-200
There are a couple of very tiny dinks to one corner and one edge and some minor wear to the decoration, mainly to the base. Hallmarks clear.
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Sold for £140