Forresto Binazzo, Firenze (20th century) - Box - .925 silver - Cigar box
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Art Deco solid silver cigarette/cigar box in 925/926 silver with cobalt blue enamel filet on the lid, measuring 18 cm long, 10.5 cm wide and 3 cm high, weighing 464 g, made in Europe by Forresto Binazzo, Firenze, Italy in the early 20th century, with a functional hinge and proper closure.
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Description from the seller
Art Deco solid silver box 925/926 – Blue enameled borders – circa 1920–1930
Description
Elegant rectangular box in solid silver, in the Art Deco style.
The box features a sober and refined decor, characteristic of the Art Deco aesthetic, with cobalt blue enamelled borders on the lid.
Typical details of quality boxes intended for personal use (cigarettes, papers, cards).
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Silver and hallmarks
• Hallmark: 925 / 926 (solid silver)
• Manufacturer's hallmark: 'FI' accompanied by the number 232.
Old punches, stamped and worn according to the age of the object.
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Dimensions
Length: 18 cm
Width: 10.5 cm
Height: 3 cm
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Weight
• Total weight: 464 grams (see photo on scale)
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Era
Art Deco, circa 1920–1935
European fabrication (probably France / Belgium / Switzerland)
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State
Good condition, vintage
Visible micro-scratches from use
Minor old impacts on the corners (see photos).
Functional hinge
Proper closure
Please note, the enamel has been poorly restored on the angles, see photos; they serve as a description.
Condition consistent with an antique object over 90 years old.
I insist on carefully observing the photos.
Have a wonderful holiday season!
Art Deco solid silver box 925/926 – Blue enameled borders – circa 1920–1930
Description
Elegant rectangular box in solid silver, in the Art Deco style.
The box features a sober and refined decor, characteristic of the Art Deco aesthetic, with cobalt blue enamelled borders on the lid.
Typical details of quality boxes intended for personal use (cigarettes, papers, cards).
⸻
Silver and hallmarks
• Hallmark: 925 / 926 (solid silver)
• Manufacturer's hallmark: 'FI' accompanied by the number 232.
Old punches, stamped and worn according to the age of the object.
⸻
Dimensions
Length: 18 cm
Width: 10.5 cm
Height: 3 cm
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Weight
• Total weight: 464 grams (see photo on scale)
⸻
Era
Art Deco, circa 1920–1935
European fabrication (probably France / Belgium / Switzerland)
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State
Good condition, vintage
Visible micro-scratches from use
Minor old impacts on the corners (see photos).
Functional hinge
Proper closure
Please note, the enamel has been poorly restored on the angles, see photos; they serve as a description.
Condition consistent with an antique object over 90 years old.
I insist on carefully observing the photos.
Have a wonderful holiday season!
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
464 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Title additional information
Cigar box
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Italy
Manufacturer/ Brand
Forresto Binazzo, Firenze (20th century)
Material
Enamel, Silver
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
0 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated Period
1920-1930
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