Lot 1154
  • 1154

A gold-mounted agate snuff box, English or German, probably circa 1740

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • apparently unmarked
  • hardstone, gold
  • length 3 in.
  • 7.5 cm
of cartouche shape, carved of striated coffee-colored agate, molded gold borders, waved fluted thumbpiece, and waved interior rim

Condition

good condition
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