Superb Silver & Sahara Jasper Snuffbox, England, 18th Century. United Kingdom. George Ii

Very beautiful English snuffbox dating from the middle of the 18th century.

The box has a scalloped shape, the body is in plain silver.

The lid is set with a very beautiful plate of Sahara jasper that matches the shape of the box. It is highlighted by the engraving of the edge of the lid presenting a frieze of flowers and rocaille shells.

The interior of the box is in silver gilt.

An inscription with a point is inscribed on the bottom, perhaps an inventory number?

The box is hallmarked:
. Lion passant for English solid silver
. Date letter poorly struck and unidentifiable

Very beautiful box, typical of 18th century English production with this characteristic shape and stone.

6.4 x 5.3 cm
2.5 cm high

54.72 grams

Very good condition. Minor wear and tear

Hand delivery in Paris or insured Colissimo delivery.
France: €15
Europe: €20
World: €35