A George III gem-set 18 ct gold and enamel snuff box - image-1

Lot 572A Dα

A George III gem-set 18 ct gold and enamel snuff box

Auction 1039 - overview Cologne
14.11.2014, 10:30 - Silver, Boxes, and Portrait Miniatures
Estimate: 5.000 € - 6.000 €
Result: 6.820 € (incl. premium)

A George III gem-set 18 ct gold and enamel snuff box

by A.J. Strachan, London 1804. Set with rose-cut diamonds, natural pearls and a miniature on ivory depicting a cupid. With English standard mark for 18 ct gold, London assay mark and date letter for 1804, Maker's mark Alexander James Strachan (London 1799 - 1850). 2.2 x 8 x 4.8 cm. Weight 135.5 g.