Box - .925 silver - Cigarette Case Silver

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Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
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Selected by Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini

Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.

Estimate  € 280 - € 350
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Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Featuring the University of Coimbra — A Distinguished Portuguese Heritage Piece

A refined and meaningful object, this solid silver cigarette case is adorned with a beautifully rendered design representing the historic University of Coimbra, one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious institutions. Combining fine craftsmanship with national heritage, this piece is far more than a smoking accessory — it is a tribute to Portuguese culture, scholarship, and tradition.

The front displays an elegant depiction inspired by the university’s iconic architecture and symbols, carefully engraved to capture the dignity and timeless character of this renowned academic landmark. The silver surface offers a soft, luminous sheen, enhancing the detail of the design while conveying the quiet prestige associated with traditional European silverwork.

Opening smoothly, the case reveals a well-preserved interior, thoughtfully designed to protect its contents while maintaining a slim, sophisticated profile. Whether used as originally intended, displayed as a collectible, or repurposed to hold cards or small personal items, it remains a distinguished and versatile piece.

Ideal for collectors of Portuguese memorabilia, university alumni, lovers of antique silver, or anyone drawn to objects that carry history and identity, this cigarette case stands as a small but powerful symbol of Coimbra’s intellectual legacy.

Material: Solid silver
Decoration: Engraved design of the University of Coimbra
Origin: Portugal
Condition: Well preserved, with light signs of age that enhance authenticity and charm

A graceful and historic silver piece — elegant, symbolic, and unmistakably Portuguese.

Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Featuring the University of Coimbra — A Distinguished Portuguese Heritage Piece

A refined and meaningful object, this solid silver cigarette case is adorned with a beautifully rendered design representing the historic University of Coimbra, one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious institutions. Combining fine craftsmanship with national heritage, this piece is far more than a smoking accessory — it is a tribute to Portuguese culture, scholarship, and tradition.

The front displays an elegant depiction inspired by the university’s iconic architecture and symbols, carefully engraved to capture the dignity and timeless character of this renowned academic landmark. The silver surface offers a soft, luminous sheen, enhancing the detail of the design while conveying the quiet prestige associated with traditional European silverwork.

Opening smoothly, the case reveals a well-preserved interior, thoughtfully designed to protect its contents while maintaining a slim, sophisticated profile. Whether used as originally intended, displayed as a collectible, or repurposed to hold cards or small personal items, it remains a distinguished and versatile piece.

Ideal for collectors of Portuguese memorabilia, university alumni, lovers of antique silver, or anyone drawn to objects that carry history and identity, this cigarette case stands as a small but powerful symbol of Coimbra’s intellectual legacy.

Material: Solid silver
Decoration: Engraved design of the University of Coimbra
Origin: Portugal
Condition: Well preserved, with light signs of age that enhance authenticity and charm

A graceful and historic silver piece — elegant, symbolic, and unmistakably Portuguese.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
115 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Title additional information
Cigarette Case Silver
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
10.6 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated Period
1930-1940
PortugalVerified
419
Objects sold
100%
Private

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