Lot 511
  • 511

An imperial presentation silver-gilt and guilloché enamel cigarette case with vesta section, Britzen, St Petersburg, 1908-1912

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • width: 10cm., 4in
rounded rectangular with blue translucent enamel over a wavy engine turned ground, foliate borders, cabochon thumbpiece, the interior with presentation inscription, Cannes Gold Club / presented by / Le Grand Duc Cyrille de Russie / won by / John Galt. / 27th March 1912, 88 standard

Provenance

John Galt

Condition

There is a crack to the enamel above the hinge at the back. This has possibly been restored. Very light surface scratches to the enamel but apparently in good condition.
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