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Georgian Masonic Trick Opening Snuff Box
PHIPPS & ROBINSON, LONDON
1795
An extremely rare and unusual 18th century silver trick opening Masonic Snuff or Patch Box, of oval form with flush hinge, the lid bright-cut engraved and set with applied Masonic symbols, including the sun, the moon, a beehive, a set square and compass etc. The Set square has to be pushed forward to unlock the interior mechanism which has three pins locating into circular metal wheels to lock the lid. The base with bright-cut engraved border and presentation inscription – “J.S to R.Banks”.
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Price
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£4950.00
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| Condition |
In fine condition with no damage or repair. |
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Height
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58
mm
(2.28 inches)
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Width
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33
mm
(1.30 inches)
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Depth
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20
mm
(0.79 inches)
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| Country |
England |
| Stock Code |
004076 |
| Medium |
Silver |
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OR CALL
01795 470699
01795 842205
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