Box - Silver - Pill Organizer - Middle East

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Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
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Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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€2
CZ
€1

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Description from the seller

Silver and enamel calligraphed pillbox – Middle East, 19th century

Round silver pillbox, with a simple and refined design, adorned on the lid with a circular blue enamel medallion bearing stylized Arabic calligraphy. The interior is smooth, with signs of use, and the lid closes by pressure.

Probably of Persian or Ottoman origin, this type of object was intended to contain powders or personal pills.

Period: 19th century
Origin: Middle East
Material: Silver and enamel (presence of a hallmark)
Weight: 10 g
Dimensions: diameter 35 mm
Condition: Good overall condition, small signs of use visible.

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Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Silver and enamel calligraphed pillbox – Middle East, 19th century

Round silver pillbox, with a simple and refined design, adorned on the lid with a circular blue enamel medallion bearing stylized Arabic calligraphy. The interior is smooth, with signs of use, and the lid closes by pressure.

Probably of Persian or Ottoman origin, this type of object was intended to contain powders or personal pills.

Period: 19th century
Origin: Middle East
Material: Silver and enamel (presence of a hallmark)
Weight: 10 g
Dimensions: diameter 35 mm
Condition: Good overall condition, small signs of use visible.

Photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before placing a bid.

The object will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number, to ensure fast and secure delivery.

Happy bidding

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
10 g
Title additional information
Pill Organizer - Middle East
Country of origin
Türkiye
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
3.5 cm
Width
3.5 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
BelgiumVerified
1921
Objects sold
99.44%
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