Pillbox - .833 silver
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Selected by Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.
Estimate € 140 - € 210
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This Portuguese pill or snuff box is made of .833 silver, dates from 1950–1960, and features embossed roses, a gilt interior, and dimensions of 4.5 × 2.5 × 1 cm, with a weight of 14.67 g.
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Vintage Solid Silver Pill Box / Snuff Box with Embossed Roses & Vermeil Interior – 14.67 g
Portugal assay mark (1938-1984), 833/000, and same date marker's mark.
A finely detailed rectangular solid silver pill / snuff box featuring high-relief embossed decoration on all sides. The hinged lid is ornamented with two prominent roses in bloom, while the sides show a continuous frieze of floral scrollwork.
The interior retains a rich gilt finish (vermeil).
Specifications & Details:Item Type: Pill Box / Snuff Box / Trinket Box Material: Solid Silver with Gilded (Vermeil) Interior Hallmarks: Present on the rim and catch (see detail photo)
Decoration: High-relief embossed roses on the lid and floral frieze along the sides Dimensions: 4.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 1.0 cm
Total Weight: 14.67 g
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with crisp relief details and light age-appropriate patina. Hinge opens and closes securely.
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Vintage Solid Silver Pill Box / Snuff Box with Embossed Roses & Vermeil Interior – 14.67 g
Portugal assay mark (1938-1984), 833/000, and same date marker's mark.
A finely detailed rectangular solid silver pill / snuff box featuring high-relief embossed decoration on all sides. The hinged lid is ornamented with two prominent roses in bloom, while the sides show a continuous frieze of floral scrollwork.
The interior retains a rich gilt finish (vermeil).
Specifications & Details:Item Type: Pill Box / Snuff Box / Trinket Box Material: Solid Silver with Gilded (Vermeil) Interior Hallmarks: Present on the rim and catch (see detail photo)
Decoration: High-relief embossed roses on the lid and floral frieze along the sides Dimensions: 4.5 cm x 2.5 cm x 1.0 cm
Total Weight: 14.67 g
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with crisp relief details and light age-appropriate patina. Hinge opens and closes securely.
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Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
14.67 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
1 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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