A silver cigarette box by George Henry Cowell, London 1919, ...

Hammer

£420

A silver cigarette box by George Henry Cowell, London 1919, of plain polished rectangular form with hinged cover, with two-compartment hardwood interior, marks to underside of cover for 'Finnigans Manchester', 23cm W x 13.5cm D x 6cm H, weight 28.55ozt

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Overall condition is good. There are small to moderate size dents to the cover, body and a few of the corners. No splitting, thinning or signs of repair to the silver. General scratching, wear and tear consistent with use. Some wear to the brown leather base, concentrated to the borders. Some scratching and wear to the hardwood interior, but no splitting or major damage. Marks to inside lid are crisp. Hinged lid is slightly difficult to open as it is stiff around the lip, but can be opened and closed flush.