A COLLECTION OF FIVE SILVER SNUFF BOXES AND ONE CYLINDRICAL CONTAINER

comprising a cylindrical container in three parts with initials 'IBC', Sterling; another with finely chased lid and base S.J.R. Birmingham 1971; another with concave lid, W.Lea & Co. Birmingham 1813, another with central cartouche with griffin motif, John Shaw Birmingham 1814; another with applied floral motif frieze to lid, L.E. Birmingham 1908; another with reeded lid and base Thomas Shaw Birmingham 1938

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."