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Lot 064 - Antique Sterling Silver Hammered Cigarette Case with Old English "J.S." Monogram, Manufactured by W. & H. Co., Patent Applied for, Total Weight 190 g
Lot 064 - Antique Sterling Silver Hammered Cigarette Case with Old English "J.S." Monogram, Manufactured by W. & H. Co., Patent Applied for, Total Weight 190 g
Antique sterling silver cigarette case with an allover hammered finish on both exterior surfaces. The front cover features a raised rectangular cartouche engraved with the initials "J.S." in Old English script. The interior has an engine-turned pattern with three spring-loaded cigarette retention clips on the lower half. The interior rim is stamped with the W. & H. Co. heart-shaped maker's mark, "Sterling," and "Pat. Apld. For."
The case shows heavy tarnish and patina throughout, with surface scratching on the interior and wear to the edges.
This lot is guaranteed to meet or exceed the stated purity. If it does not, the buyer is entitled to a full refund upon return of the merchandise.