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Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto
Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto

LOT NO 1619

STOCK NO 170712

Rare Victorian silver provincial snuff box, of rounded rectangular form, the hinged cover with central engraved crest above motto "Pro Legibus et Regibus" (For our Laws and Kings), within a case rim chased with flower heads, the body with conforming detailed corners, opening to reveal a gilt interior with presentation engraving to the underside of cover 'Charles H Wilson MP of Kingston upon Hull, One of the First Directors of the Hull Barnsley and West Riding Junction Railway and Dock Company. This box containing a portion of the First Sod of the undertaking turned on 15th Jan 1991 is Presented By Lieut Col Gerard Smith J P Chairman of the Company', and containing sod of earth, hallmarked BB over Hull for B Barnett of Hull, Birmingham 1881, 2.5cm x 7.5cm x 6.5cm

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This exceptional Victorian silver provincial snuff box features a rounded rectangular shape, adorned with a hinged cover bearing a central engraved crest and the motto "Pro Legibus et Regibus" (For our Laws and Kings). The case rim is intricately chased with flower heads, complementing the detailed corners of the body.

Opening the snuff box reveals a striking gilt interior, with a remarkable presentation engraving on the underside of the cover. The engraving honours 'Charles H Wilson MP of Kingston upon Hull, One of the First Directors of the Hull Barnsley and West Riding Junction Railway and Dock Company'. The box contains a portion of the First Sod of the undertaking, turned on 15th Jan 1991, and was presented by Lieut Col Gerard Smith JP, Chairman of the Company.

This unique piece is hallmarked BB over Hull for B Barnett of Hull, Birmingham 1881. Measuring 2.5cm x 7.5cm x 6.5cm, this rare Victorian silver snuff box is a testament to craftsmanship and historical significance. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exquisite collector's item available at Duggleby Auctioneers.



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