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PROBABLY LONDON, CIRCA 1780
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A GEORGE III GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL SNUFF-BOX
PROBABLY LONDON, CIRCA 1780
Rectangular with waisted sides, the cover set with an oval portrait miniature, on ivory, of H.M. King George III (1738-1820), in red and blue General's uniform with gold epaulettes, black stock, black cocked hat, wearing the breast-star of the Order of the Garter, in polished gold frame within chased foliate scrolls
3 1/8 in. (80 mm.) wide
PROBABLY LONDON, CIRCA 1780
Rectangular with waisted sides, the cover set with an oval portrait miniature, on ivory, of H.M. King George III (1738-1820), in red and blue General's uniform with gold epaulettes, black stock, black cocked hat, wearing the breast-star of the Order of the Garter, in polished gold frame within chased foliate scrolls
3 1/8 in. (80 mm.) wide
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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