A silver and agate-mounted spice box, apparently unmarked, late 17th century

Jewellery, Continental and Oriental Silver, Decorative Arts and Furniture

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ZAR 12 505
Lot 107
  • A silver and agate-mounted spice box, apparently unmarked, late 17th century
  • A silver and agate-mounted spice box, apparently unmarked, late 17th century
  • A silver and agate-mounted spice box, apparently unmarked, late 17th century
  • A silver and agate-mounted spice box, apparently unmarked, late 17th century
  • A silver and agate-mounted spice box, apparently unmarked, late 17th century

LOT 107

A silver and agate-mounted spice box, apparently unmarked, late 17th century

Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 3 000 - 4 000
Selling Price
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ZAR 12 505
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A silver and agate-mounted spice box, apparently unmarked, late 17th century
rectangular with canted corners, the hinged cushion-shaped cover mounted with an oval agate, the cover and base profusely engraved with foliage and a pair of birds, with diaper borders, the rim engraved 'EF 1711', WC' and '1714', gilt interior, pierced grille, 49,2g all in, 5,5cm wide

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