Snuff box - Copper, Silverplated - OSP c.1719 Dump Coin
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Antique Georgian-period snuff box in copper with silver plating, dating to c.1719 from London, shaped serpentine on four bun feet with a solid hinged lid, containing a George I dump coin; caramel patina and worn gold plating reveal the copper base, dimensions 10 x 7.5 x 5 cm, weight 191 g, in excellent condition.
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Antique snuff box from the early Georgian period featuring a beautifully preserved George I, dump coin dated c.1719. In very fine condition. The serpentine shaped snuff box is seated on four bun feet fitted with a solid hinge lid that opens and closes very smoothly. The original inlay of gold plating has worn away which prevented the snuff from spoiling inside the copper base. The exterior has formed a caramel 'honest ghost' patina with reminence of sterling silver plating. overall the condition is excellent a well preserved item from the early Georgian period. Dimensions 10 x 7.5 x 5 cm
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All items are carefully handled and safely packed into a suitable cardboard box. Shipped using a track and trace service, signature is required. Custom duty maybe applicable and is the buyers responsibility.
To ensure a smooth delivery, the buyer's contact information (email and phone number) is shared with the courier. This allows customs officials or the courier service to contact the buyer directly if necessary.
Shipping partners include DPD, UPS, FedEx, and Royal Mail.
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Antique snuff box from the early Georgian period featuring a beautifully preserved George I, dump coin dated c.1719. In very fine condition. The serpentine shaped snuff box is seated on four bun feet fitted with a solid hinge lid that opens and closes very smoothly. The original inlay of gold plating has worn away which prevented the snuff from spoiling inside the copper base. The exterior has formed a caramel 'honest ghost' patina with reminence of sterling silver plating. overall the condition is excellent a well preserved item from the early Georgian period. Dimensions 10 x 7.5 x 5 cm
Shipped using a track and trace service. To ensure a smooth delivery, the buyer's contact information (email and phone number) is shared with the courier. This allows customs officials or the courier service to contact the buyer directly if necessary.
Shipping partners include DPD, UPS, FedEx, and Royal Mail.
Explore more unique items by visiting the seller's profile under 'Timelesscollections
Seller's Story
All items are carefully handled and safely packed into a suitable cardboard box. Shipped using a track and trace service, signature is required. Custom duty maybe applicable and is the buyers responsibility.
To ensure a smooth delivery, the buyer's contact information (email and phone number) is shared with the courier. This allows customs officials or the courier service to contact the buyer directly if necessary.
Shipping partners include DPD, UPS, FedEx, and Royal Mail.
Explore more unique items by visiting the seller's profile under 'Timelesscollections'.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
191 g
Style subtype
Georgian
Specific region of origin
London
Title additional information
OSP c.1719 Dump Coin
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Copper, Silverplated
Style
Antique
Colour
Bronze, Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
10 cm
Width
7.5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1700-1750
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