Cigarette case - .925 silver - Silver sigarete case

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Silver 925 filigree cigarette case from Portugal dating to the 1960s, featuring cloisonné enamel with the Portuguese Coat of Arms, measuring 11 cm wide, 8 cm deep, 1 cm high and weighing 101.4 g in fair condition.

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Filigree Cigarette Case silver 925 with the Portuguese Coat of Arms
​This is an exquisite piece of craftsmanship, likely a high-end luxury accessory or a diplomatic gift from the mid-20th century.
​Technique: Filigree (Teliscare)
​The body of the case is crafted using the filigree technique (known as filigrana in Portuguese). It consists of intricate "lace" made from very thin twisted metal wires, typically silver. The geometric precision and density of the pattern are hallmarks of Portuguese or Italian goldsmiths.
​The Central Emblem
​The enameled insignia in the center is the Coat of Arms of Portugal.
​The Shield: Features the traditional red border with golden castles and the inner white shield.
​Enamel: Created using the cloisonné (hot enamel) technique, which gives it that vibrant, glass-like finish.
​The Crown: The stylized crown above the shield indicates a formal or commemorative status, often found on items intended for the aristocracy or as high-level souvenir

Filigree Cigarette Case silver 925 with the Portuguese Coat of Arms
​This is an exquisite piece of craftsmanship, likely a high-end luxury accessory or a diplomatic gift from the mid-20th century.
​Technique: Filigree (Teliscare)
​The body of the case is crafted using the filigree technique (known as filigrana in Portuguese). It consists of intricate "lace" made from very thin twisted metal wires, typically silver. The geometric precision and density of the pattern are hallmarks of Portuguese or Italian goldsmiths.
​The Central Emblem
​The enameled insignia in the center is the Coat of Arms of Portugal.
​The Shield: Features the traditional red border with golden castles and the inner white shield.
​Enamel: Created using the cloisonné (hot enamel) technique, which gives it that vibrant, glass-like finish.
​The Crown: The stylized crown above the shield indicates a formal or commemorative status, often found on items intended for the aristocracy or as high-level souvenir

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
101.4 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Title additional information
Silver sigarete case
Country of Origin
Portugal
Material
Enamel, Silver
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
1 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated Period
1960-1970
BulgariaVerified
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Objects sold
Private

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