Sale 9847
London, South Kensington
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18 May 2004
Price realised
GBP 358
Estimate
A George III silver-gilt mounted agate snuff box MARK OF THOMAS SHAW, BIRMINGHAM 1797 Oval with reeded sides, the base and cover set with striated agates, the cover with applied floral thumbpiece -- 3¼ins. (8.3cms.)
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