TI - Cigarette case - .800 silver
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Hungarian Art Deco silver cigarette case in .800 silver by TI, dating to 1937–1945, with engine-turned front and back and foliate engraving borders, matte-gilt interior, replaced elastic straps, hallmarked Greyhound Head with 3 and P for Pest assay office and TI maker mark; dimensions H 1.8 cm, W 119 cm, D 87 cm; excellent condition with fully functional hinge and push-button clasp.
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A fine silver cigarette case of Hungarian origin. The case features a sophisticated engine-turned (guilloché) geometric pattern on both the front and back, accented by elegant hand-engraved foliate and scrollwork borders. The interior is finished with a matte-gilt (gold-plated) surface, showing a characteristic fine granular texture typical of the period's galvanic finishing. The retaining elastic straps have been professionally replaced to ensure functionality.
The piece is a classic example of Hungarian silver craftsmanship from the mid-20th century, combining the structural rigidity of Art Deco design with traditional floral engraving.
Greyhound Head hallmark with "3" (official Hungarian hallmark for .800 silver) and "P" for Pest assay office. "TI" maker marked. Number "1" assembly mark stamped on both interior frames.
Excellent vintage condition. The hinge and push-button clasp are fully functional. The exterior shows light surface wear and natural patina. The interior matte gilding is well-preserved with minor signs of use.
Will be adequately packaged and shipped with with Track & Trace.
A fine silver cigarette case of Hungarian origin. The case features a sophisticated engine-turned (guilloché) geometric pattern on both the front and back, accented by elegant hand-engraved foliate and scrollwork borders. The interior is finished with a matte-gilt (gold-plated) surface, showing a characteristic fine granular texture typical of the period's galvanic finishing. The retaining elastic straps have been professionally replaced to ensure functionality.
The piece is a classic example of Hungarian silver craftsmanship from the mid-20th century, combining the structural rigidity of Art Deco design with traditional floral engraving.
Greyhound Head hallmark with "3" (official Hungarian hallmark for .800 silver) and "P" for Pest assay office. "TI" maker marked. Number "1" assembly mark stamped on both interior frames.
Excellent vintage condition. The hinge and push-button clasp are fully functional. The exterior shows light surface wear and natural patina. The interior matte gilding is well-preserved with minor signs of use.
Will be adequately packaged and shipped with with Track & Trace.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
157 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Country of origin
Hungary
Material
Silver
Designer/artist/maker
TI
Style
Art Deco
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
1.8 cm
Width
119 cm
Depth
87 cm
Estimated period
1937-1945
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