18th Century Gold Fly Box Paris 1769

Elegant 18th century fly box Round in shape, in composite material and gold The lid is inlaid with a fine decoration in pink and yellow gold. The hinge, the chiseled edges and the entire interior are in gold. Gold with a title of 20 carats (title in force in the 18th century for small works following the declaration of November 23, 1721) This box is hallmarked 14 times Charge hallmarks for Paris 1768-1774 Jurande hallmarks (letter E) in use from July 13, 1768 to July 12, 1769 Discharge hallmarks 1768-1774 Hallmarks of the Master goldsmith VIARDOT Laurent, received on February 22, 1769 It is therefore possible to precisely date the manufacture of this box between February 22 and July 12, 1769. Gross weight 59.5grs