A 19th Century silver-mounted pony hoof snuff box, | Christie's

Sale 6909

Silver and Plate

London, South Kensington

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11 July 1995

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Lot 39

A 19th Century silver-mounted pony hoof snuff box,

Price realised

GBP 101

Estimate

GBP 100 - GBP 120

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A 19th Century silver-mounted pony hoof snuff box,
the horn hinged cover with shaped mount and vacant shield-shaped cartouche, unmarked, probably Scottish - 3in. (7.50cm.)
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