Cigarette case - cigarette case - .800 silver - '900 Liberty Vermeil
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Portasigarette in solid 800 silver in Art Nouveau (Liberty) style, dating to circa 1900–1910, with dimensions 9 × 7 × 2 cm, weight 78.62 g, exterior and patina, interior vermeil, and a double hallmark on the inner rim (800 and LC).
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Splendid cigarette case / antique trinket box in solid 800 silver and vermeil
Incredible original collectible accessory dating back to the early 1900s, finely decorated in full Art Nouveau / Liberty style with a evocative bas-relief depicting a female profile with flowing hair entwined with floral motifs of poppy.
MAIN FEATURES:
External material: Solid 800 silver with an appealing patina of time and partial golden reflections given by the antique finish.
Internal material: Entirely lined with gilt vermeil, preserved in exceptionally bright and vivid condition.
Total weight: 78.62 grams.
Hallmarks present: Double official mark on the inner edge: oval "800" hallmark and antique hexagonal stamp with the city of origin or producer initials "LC".
Style: Art Nouveau / Liberty / Deco.
CONDITION NOTES FOR SALE:
The item is in good vintage condition, solid and perfectly functional in the hinge and clasp. The outer case shows signs of age, natural silver oxidation, and partial wear of the surface gilding at raised areas, elements that certify authenticity and add to the piece’s historical charm. Internal lining excellent. Just a polish with a suitable product will make it shine again.
Please look carefully at the attached macro photos, which are an integral part of the description.
Shipping: fast, tracked, and packaged with the utmost protective care.
Splendid cigarette case / antique trinket box in solid 800 silver and vermeil
Incredible original collectible accessory dating back to the early 1900s, finely decorated in full Art Nouveau / Liberty style with a evocative bas-relief depicting a female profile with flowing hair entwined with floral motifs of poppy.
MAIN FEATURES:
External material: Solid 800 silver with an appealing patina of time and partial golden reflections given by the antique finish.
Internal material: Entirely lined with gilt vermeil, preserved in exceptionally bright and vivid condition.
Total weight: 78.62 grams.
Hallmarks present: Double official mark on the inner edge: oval "800" hallmark and antique hexagonal stamp with the city of origin or producer initials "LC".
Style: Art Nouveau / Liberty / Deco.
CONDITION NOTES FOR SALE:
The item is in good vintage condition, solid and perfectly functional in the hinge and clasp. The outer case shows signs of age, natural silver oxidation, and partial wear of the surface gilding at raised areas, elements that certify authenticity and add to the piece’s historical charm. Internal lining excellent. Just a polish with a suitable product will make it shine again.
Please look carefully at the attached macro photos, which are an integral part of the description.
Shipping: fast, tracked, and packaged with the utmost protective care.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Liberty
Gross weight
78.62 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Title additional information
'900 Liberty Vermeil
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Silver
Model
cigarette case
Style
Art Nouveau
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
2 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
