04-10-201004-10-2010
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2498Boston
April 10, 2010 10:00 AMCalender
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Armenian Silver and Niello Cigar Case

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$1,304$1,100
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2498Location: BostonDate / Time: April 10, 2010 10:00AM

Description:

Armenian Silver and Niello Cigar Case, c. 1865, rectangular with rounded sides, heavily nielloed to each side with a stylized flower, one side with central coronet-topped monogram, with leaftip rims, base nielloed with Armenian inscription and date 1865, lg. 4 7/8 in., approx. 4.5 troy oz.
Estimate $1,000-1,500

back upper edge of case compressed very slight at center, just below lid, as if from usage. small dent to back near base. a few light pinpoints to one long edge. no losses to niello.