George II Antique Silver Cashew Box

Object Description

An attractive little antique sterling silver cashew box, or silver snuff box, of heart shaped design. Original gilt finish. The embossed lid decoration shows a young man playing a lute with a putto in the background.

Weight 40 grams, 1.2 troy ounces.
Height 2.5cm. Top measures 6 x 5cm.
London 1740.
Maker “LM”.
Sterling silver.

Marks. Stamped on the base only with a full set of English silver hallmarks. Maker’s mark “LM” unidentified.

Object Condition

Bright original gilt finish with minimal wear to the exterior. The hallmark punches show through on the base exterior. Minor tear to the edge of the underside (see image 5)

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