Karl Kurz Silberwarenfabrik. - Snuff box - .800 silver

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A 1900–1910 .800 silver snuff box by Karl Kurz Silberwarenfabrik of Hanau, weighing 90 g and measuring approximately 7 × 2.6 × 5.3 cm, with a repoussé courting couple on the lid and detailed landscape and architectural reliefs on the sides.

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Description: a beautifully executed snuff box with the lid provided with chased romantic decoration of a gallant couple. The sides are also provided with detailed relief work with landscapes and architectural elements.

In 1911 the company was merged by family ties with Gebrüder Dingeldein when August Ernst Dingeldein married Margarethe Kurz, the daughter of Karl Kurz.

Origin: Kesselstadt, Hanau, Germany
Silversmith: Karl Kurz Silberwarenfabrik
Year: 1900-1910
Hallmarks: 800, master mark

Condition: in good condition
Weight: 90 grams
Purity: 800/1000
Dimensions: approx. 7 x 2.6 x 5.3 cm
*Photos are part of the description

Auction number: A-16685

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Please check the website of Goudwisselkantoor (for NL and BE) Comptoir de l’Or (for BE) or Goldwechselhaus (for DE) for the nearest location.
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Seller's Story

Our family business has more than 40 years of experience in jewelry, diamonds, watches, silver, precious metals, coins, and banknotes. Through our more than 150 Goudwisselkantoor offices, many fine objects are offered to us. Because we are also active in Belgium and Germany as Goudwisselkantoor, Comptoir de l'Or and Goldwechselhaus, we continuously have a new and varied range of top objects. We are a member of the following trade associations: 'The Antwerp Beurs for Diamond Trade & NVMH (Dutch Association of Coin Dealers) View our current offerings on our suppliers page!
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Description: a beautifully executed snuff box with the lid provided with chased romantic decoration of a gallant couple. The sides are also provided with detailed relief work with landscapes and architectural elements.

In 1911 the company was merged by family ties with Gebrüder Dingeldein when August Ernst Dingeldein married Margarethe Kurz, the daughter of Karl Kurz.

Origin: Kesselstadt, Hanau, Germany
Silversmith: Karl Kurz Silberwarenfabrik
Year: 1900-1910
Hallmarks: 800, master mark

Condition: in good condition
Weight: 90 grams
Purity: 800/1000
Dimensions: approx. 7 x 2.6 x 5.3 cm
*Photos are part of the description

Auction number: A-16685

All our items are sent by registered mail.
You can also collect the lot at one of our more than 100 offices in the Netherlands, Belgium or Germany.
Please check the website of Goudwisselkantoor (for NL and BE) Comptoir de l’Or (for BE) or Goldwechselhaus (for DE) for the nearest location.
Please indicate your preference to us via your Catawiki account.

Seller's Story

Our family business has more than 40 years of experience in jewelry, diamonds, watches, silver, precious metals, coins, and banknotes. Through our more than 150 Goudwisselkantoor offices, many fine objects are offered to us. Because we are also active in Belgium and Germany as Goudwisselkantoor, Comptoir de l'Or and Goldwechselhaus, we continuously have a new and varied range of top objects. We are a member of the following trade associations: 'The Antwerp Beurs for Diamond Trade & NVMH (Dutch Association of Coin Dealers) View our current offerings on our suppliers page!
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
90 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Specific region of origin
Hanau
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Germany
Manufacturer/brand
Karl Kurz Silberwarenfabrik.
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
2.6 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
5.3 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
The NetherlandsVerified
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Objects sold
99.69%
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