Essex Jewelry and Antiques
Gorgeous Vintage Portuguese Silver Cigarette Case Gold Wash Fan Pattern 4 1/4"
Regular price
$257.00
Presented is a gorgeous Portuguese silver cigarette case. This piece has a fabulous gold wash and displays intricate wire decorations in between the fan and scroll patterns. The clasp works well and closes with a satisfying click.
The piece is marked on the clasp mechanism with Rosas de Portugal and the city hallmark for Oporto. It appears that there is also a maker's mark but we were unable to identity the mark. The case is .833 purity silver.
This piece is in good overall condition. The gilding is in good shape. There are two breaks. If you open the case, you will notice that there are small breaks on the upper right corner and the lower left corner closest to the hinge. These breaks are very similar and show mainly a separation of the wiring from the main structural lines. This wear can be seen on the right side of the piece in the 6th photo. These are the only points of wear on the piece. There are no other breaks and no repairs.
Measurements: 4 1/4 inches long X 3 1/4 inches wide X 1/2 of an inch thick
Weight: 97 grams or 3.4 ounces -kc
The piece is marked on the clasp mechanism with Rosas de Portugal and the city hallmark for Oporto. It appears that there is also a maker's mark but we were unable to identity the mark. The case is .833 purity silver.
This piece is in good overall condition. The gilding is in good shape. There are two breaks. If you open the case, you will notice that there are small breaks on the upper right corner and the lower left corner closest to the hinge. These breaks are very similar and show mainly a separation of the wiring from the main structural lines. This wear can be seen on the right side of the piece in the 6th photo. These are the only points of wear on the piece. There are no other breaks and no repairs.
Measurements: 4 1/4 inches long X 3 1/4 inches wide X 1/2 of an inch thick
Weight: 97 grams or 3.4 ounces -kc