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Description:
Sterling Silver Game Box with Spinning "Dice," England, 19th century, the slightly domed shell cover opens on a hinge to reveal two small central square openings, each displaying from 1-6 pips on a pair of rotating wheels which are both triggered and stopped by a small switch, the whole meant to simulate the roll of dice, ht. 2 1/4 in., dia. 4 in.
Estimate $300-500
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United KingdomStephen L. Fletcher
Partner/Executive Vice President and Chief Auctioneer
Director of American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3000
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200
Paul O’Hara
Business Administrator, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3224
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