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GENEVA, CIRCA 1800
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A Swiss gold, composite and polychrome enamel snuff box
Geneva, circa 1800
Of oval form, all-over inlaid with composite alternated with gold bands, the mounts chased and engraved with foliate motives and a beaded band, the hinged lid with oval-shaped enamel plaque depicting a lady holding a garland of flowers, the frame surmounted by a ribbon
8.6cm wide
Geneva, circa 1800
Of oval form, all-over inlaid with composite alternated with gold bands, the mounts chased and engraved with foliate motives and a beaded band, the hinged lid with oval-shaped enamel plaque depicting a lady holding a garland of flowers, the frame surmounted by a ribbon
8.6cm wide