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PARIS, 1768-74, MAKER'S MARK ILLEGIBLE
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A FRENCH GOLD, TORTOISESHELL AND BERGAU SHELL SNUFF BOX**
Paris, 1768-74, maker's mark illegible
The oval tortoiseshell box applied with a mosaic of mother-of-pearl, the cover with an enamel miniature of Frederick II, opening to reveal a compartment, the cover, sides and base with radiating panels of gold cagework, the base centering a gold trophy on a blue enamel ground, marked on bezel and rims with charge and decharge of Julien Alaterre
3 5/16in. (85mm.) long
Paris, 1768-74, maker's mark illegible
The oval tortoiseshell box applied with a mosaic of mother-of-pearl, the cover with an enamel miniature of Frederick II, opening to reveal a compartment, the cover, sides and base with radiating panels of gold cagework, the base centering a gold trophy on a blue enamel ground, marked on bezel and rims with charge and decharge of Julien Alaterre
3 5/16in. (85mm.) long
Special notice
Notice Regarding the Sale of Ivory and Tortoiseshell
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing ivory or tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.