10 June 2024
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Gorgeous rectangular case with smoothly curved edges. Simple diagonal groove design with an engraved BAG monogram. Approximately 163 grams total weight. The interior length on the long side is 9.5 cm (the length of cigarettes it will hold). My research indicates the combined standard and town mark in an oval, as this case has, was used between 1882 and 1899 and indicates Saint Petersburg. Perhaps it is difficult to see but the 84 is followed by an asterisk-looking mark in an oval. The other side of the case has poorly stamped marks that look like another combined mark and an unreadable one. A couple of other notes if you’d like to read them: Our home is smoke free and pet free. That said, it doesn’t mean that the items I sell have never had a passing relationship with some sort of odor. If I notice it I will state it in the description. If you can smell someone in Wyoming light a cigarette while you are driving east across Tennessee, you might notice an odor I don’t. I have actually had someone ask if I could certify that the box, tape and packing material I use were odor free (I can’t). I do the best I can to honestly describe what I sell. I will be happy to answer questions to the best of my ability.
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Categories: beautiful
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Tags: 1800s, beautiful, case, cigarette, late, mono, petersburg, russian, silver
04 June 2024
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I suspect this pretty snuff or tobacco box was a retirement gift. Marked with the “three crowns” for Swedish sterling silver. Date code X5 = 1876, so inscribed 1884 after manufacturing date. I could not identify the silversmith or town mark. The top is monogrammed “ATL”. The reverse is inscribed “af Arbetare”, translated (I believe) to “from workers”. Condition: Decent giftable condition. Mentionable issue: corners of lid show damage as seen in photos #6 & #7. The lid does not stay shut, probably because of this reason. Monogram and inscription as described and photographed. Surface patina has light surface scratches commiserate with age and use. No pings, dings, dents, bashes, flat spots, carbon spots, gouges, unusual scratches, or other mentionable issues. Recent thorough hand polish. Dimensions: 3.25″ wide x 2-1/8″ long x 1 thick. Silver weight: 69 grams. Note some photos appear redundant because I take photos from all possible angles. On symmetrical items, these photos may appear redundant when there are no distinguishing differences or condition issues between side views. All dimensions and weights approximate. I try to list EVERY flaw which would be commented on something in an antique or vintage condition – this does not mean all imperfections resulting from normal wear & use require comment. My goal is to have no rude surprises upon receipt.
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Categories: antique
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Tags: antique, mono, silver, snuff, sterling, swedish, workers