A Late 18th Century Silver Patch Box

A gorgeous silver patch box from the late 18th Century period. This beautiful example is of circular form with a pull-off lid. The base is decorated with a naive double band of dot engraving and the lid has gorgeous leaf and stipple engraving, with a large central cartouche. Patch boxes are interesting and collectable items. They were for keeping 'beauty spots' in, which were a regular feature of the Georgian's toilette practices, both for women and men alike. A charming collector's piece, suitable for use as a small pillbox. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £8.00 UK

£16.00 Europe

£22.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no splits, holes or large dents. There are a couple of minor blemishes, commensurate with age and use

Date :- Birmingham 1795.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable set to lid and base.

Maker :- John Turner.

Diameter :- 2.4 cms.

Depth :- 1 cm.

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