It was listed by Jeff Sims Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
It is marked inside the lid with only the Maker's mark, which is not at all unusual for the time. A wonderful, rare and collectable piece. Dimensions below.

Postage and Packing :- £8.00 UK
£16.00 Europe
£22.00 Rest of the World
Condition :- Very good, with no holes or splits.There are a few small 'digs' and blemishes, commensurate with age and use.
Hallmarks :- Makers mark poorly struck and distorted.
Date :- c1790.
Length :- 3.5 cms.
Diameter :- 2.2 cms. (Widest point).
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.
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