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A sterling silver railway presentation snuff box, Wheeler &…
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Auction Location:
Melbourne
Date:
27-Oct-2013
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Description:
A sterling silver railway presentation snuff box, Wheeler & Cronin, Birmingham, circa 1845 with engraved foliate patterns to the cushion cut body incised dedication to lid Presented to Mr.J Rankine / as a token of esteem / by the workmen employed under him in the Engineering department / of the Eastern Counties railway Feb:5:1848 / 'Should Auld Acquaintance Be Forgot' 146grs. Total weight of silver, 8.5 cm length, together with the original fitted case (2)
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Category:
Recreations & Pursuits: Snuff