George III Sterling Silver Bougie Box

Description:

George III Sterling Silver Bougie Box, London, 1792-93, Susannah Barker, maker, with hinged side handle and swivel-action wick trimmer, the cover and base engraved register, dia. 2 in., approx. 1.6 troy oz.
Estimate $200-400

Small shallow dent to body along foot rim, abrasion to area around trimmer. Light surface wear.


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