Pillbox - .800 silver - silver inlaid, cameo

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Octagonal pillbox in 800/000 silver, hand-made in Europe, with neoclassical engraving on the sides and lid and a shell cameo of a female profile on top; dating to 1800–1850, in very good condition with minor wear, weight 21.3 g, dimensions 5.6 × 4.9 × 1.8 cm.

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Europa, first half of the 19th century. Octagonal pill holder, entirely handmade in 800/000 silver.
The object, the fruit of great artisanal craftsmanship, is entirely chiselled on the sides and the top with a neoclassical-inspired sprig motif. The pillbox is embellished at the top with an antique shell cameo depicting a female profile, framed by an elaborate inlaid frame. Excellent condition. There are '800' hallmarks and a maker's mark (no longer legible). Snap closure perfectly functioning. It can be used as a small jewelry holder. Dimensions 5.6 x 4.9 x 1.8 cm. Weight 21.3 g.
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Europa, first half of the 19th century. Octagonal pill holder, entirely handmade in 800/000 silver.
The object, the fruit of great artisanal craftsmanship, is entirely chiselled on the sides and the top with a neoclassical-inspired sprig motif. The pillbox is embellished at the top with an antique shell cameo depicting a female profile, framed by an elaborate inlaid frame. Excellent condition. There are '800' hallmarks and a maker's mark (no longer legible). Snap closure perfectly functioning. It can be used as a small jewelry holder. Dimensions 5.6 x 4.9 x 1.8 cm. Weight 21.3 g.
Fully insured traceable shipment.
Private Collection

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
21.3 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Title additional information
silver inlaid, cameo
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Europe
Material
Silver
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
1.8 cm
Width
5.6 cm
Depth
4.9 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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Objects sold
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