Decorative ornament - Germany - Old Snuff Box
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Antique snuff box dating to 1850–1900, made of natural mother-of-pearl shells with a brass/bronze hinge, measuring 2 cm high, 4 cm wide and 3 cm deep, inscribed on the top with 'Souvenir de la Guérite', in very good condition with minor signs of aging.
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Old Snuff Box / Rosary Holder in Mother-of-Pearl (19th/20th Century)
Product Description
Charming and rare antique keepsake box (late 19th century / early 20th century), crafted from two natural bivalve shells polished to iridescent mother-of-pearl. This historic piece features at the top the handwritten inscription engraved in classic calligraphy "Souvenir de la Guérite", very typical of travel or pilgrimage mementos from the Victorian/Edwardian era.
Originally designed to store snuff, small pills, or the hand rosary (chaplet), it is today a highly sought-after collectible and a unique, delicate decorative piece.
Features and Details:
• Material: Natural mother-of-pearl shell with pink and bluish reflections depending on light incidence.
• Structure: Oval bezel, supporting feet and a bronze/brass hinge with the original patina of the period.
• Inscription: Dark ink engraving on the top face ("Souvenir de la Guérite").
Condition:
• Mother-of-pearl: Very well preserved, maintaining its original luster
• Mechanism: The hinge and metal clasp are original and functioning perfectly.
• Responsibility Note: The images faithfully reflect the actual current state of the item. By viewing the listing and proceeding with the purchase, the buyer accepts the item in its present condition, acknowledging all details visible in the photographs.
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Signs of use.
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Old Snuff Box / Rosary Holder in Mother-of-Pearl (19th/20th Century)
Product Description
Charming and rare antique keepsake box (late 19th century / early 20th century), crafted from two natural bivalve shells polished to iridescent mother-of-pearl. This historic piece features at the top the handwritten inscription engraved in classic calligraphy "Souvenir de la Guérite", very typical of travel or pilgrimage mementos from the Victorian/Edwardian era.
Originally designed to store snuff, small pills, or the hand rosary (chaplet), it is today a highly sought-after collectible and a unique, delicate decorative piece.
Features and Details:
• Material: Natural mother-of-pearl shell with pink and bluish reflections depending on light incidence.
• Structure: Oval bezel, supporting feet and a bronze/brass hinge with the original patina of the period.
• Inscription: Dark ink engraving on the top face ("Souvenir de la Guérite").
Condition:
• Mother-of-pearl: Very well preserved, maintaining its original luster
• Mechanism: The hinge and metal clasp are original and functioning perfectly.
• Responsibility Note: The images faithfully reflect the actual current state of the item. By viewing the listing and proceeding with the purchase, the buyer accepts the item in its present condition, acknowledging all details visible in the photographs.
Trace and track shipping DELNEXT,
Shipping not available to the Islands!
Signs of use.
Note: insured and packaged
Details
Era
1400-1900
Shell type
Mother of pearl
Title additional information
Old Snuff Box
Material
Shell
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
2 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
