Pillbox - .833 silver - Religious Devotional Box
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Silver .833 devotional pillbox from Portugal, dating to circa 1950–1960, with a gilt interior and a detailed relief of Christ wearing the Crown of Thorns, 4 cm wide and 4 cm deep, weighing 14.65 g, and intended to hold a rosary or other small devotional object with good antique condition.
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Silver pillbox with Gilt Interior – Religious Devotional Box
Beautiful antique silver rosary case featuring a finely detailed relief of Christ wearing the Crown of Thorns, surrounded by symbolic Christian motifs including wheat ears and grape clusters, representing the Eucharist.
The interior is richly gilt (gold-washed), a traditional finish used to protect the silver and enhance its appearance. The case opens and closes securely and was intended to hold a rosary or other small devotional object.
A fine example of Christian devotional silverwork, displaying careful craftsmanship and elegant religious iconography. An attractive collector's item suitable for collections of religious art, ecclesiastical silver, or antique devotional objects.
Dimension: 4.0cm
Weight: 14.65g
Condition:
Good antique condition with signs of age and use consistent with its age.
The gilt interior is well preserved.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking and insurance.
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Silver pillbox with Gilt Interior – Religious Devotional Box
Beautiful antique silver rosary case featuring a finely detailed relief of Christ wearing the Crown of Thorns, surrounded by symbolic Christian motifs including wheat ears and grape clusters, representing the Eucharist.
The interior is richly gilt (gold-washed), a traditional finish used to protect the silver and enhance its appearance. The case opens and closes securely and was intended to hold a rosary or other small devotional object.
A fine example of Christian devotional silverwork, displaying careful craftsmanship and elegant religious iconography. An attractive collector's item suitable for collections of religious art, ecclesiastical silver, or antique devotional objects.
Dimension: 4.0cm
Weight: 14.65g
Condition:
Good antique condition with signs of age and use consistent with its age.
The gilt interior is well preserved.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking and insurance.
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
14.65 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Title additional information
Religious Devotional Box
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
0 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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