Box - .833 silver - Rosary Box

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Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
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Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.

Estimate  € 160 - € 190
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Antique Silver Rosary Box / Small Devotional Box with Chain – Gilded Interior

Elegant antique silver devotional box, likely used as a rosary box to hold a small rosary or religious keepsake. The piece is circular in shape and suspended from a delicate chain, allowing it to be carried easily.

The lid is decorated with a beautiful embossed bird motif, giving the object a refined and decorative appearance. The interior is gilded (gold-washed), a traditional technique used in silver objects both for protection and aesthetic contrast.

The hinged lid opens to reveal a small compartment suitable for storing a miniature rosary, relic, or other devotional item.

Material: Silver
Interior: Gilded
Decoration: Embossed bird motif
Accessory: Suspension chain included

Condition

Good antique condition with minor signs of age and use. Light patina consistent with antique silver. The hinge works properly.

A charming collectible item, ideal for:

Religious antiques collectors

Silver collectors
Dimension: 5.0cm
Weight: 15g

Collectors of devotional objects and rosaries

Antique Silver Rosary Box / Small Devotional Box with Chain – Gilded Interior

Elegant antique silver devotional box, likely used as a rosary box to hold a small rosary or religious keepsake. The piece is circular in shape and suspended from a delicate chain, allowing it to be carried easily.

The lid is decorated with a beautiful embossed bird motif, giving the object a refined and decorative appearance. The interior is gilded (gold-washed), a traditional technique used in silver objects both for protection and aesthetic contrast.

The hinged lid opens to reveal a small compartment suitable for storing a miniature rosary, relic, or other devotional item.

Material: Silver
Interior: Gilded
Decoration: Embossed bird motif
Accessory: Suspension chain included

Condition

Good antique condition with minor signs of age and use. Light patina consistent with antique silver. The hinge works properly.

A charming collectible item, ideal for:

Religious antiques collectors

Silver collectors
Dimension: 5.0cm
Weight: 15g

Collectors of devotional objects and rosaries

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
15 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Title additional information
Rosary Box
Country of Origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
0 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
PortugalVerified
868
Objects sold
86.21%
Private

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