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LOT 2

Lot 2

Canadian Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, c.1830

Canadian Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, c.1830
Lot 2 Details
Canadian Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, c.1830

length 3.1" — 8 cm.

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $1,800
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Canadian Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, c.1830
  • Canadian Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, c.1830
  • Canadian Silver Mounted Cowrie Shell Snuff Box, c.1830
Provenance:

Lorenz and Irene Biricz Collection, Toronto
Bashford’s, Calgary, 1986

Note:

Engraved on the mount Jos. Baby.
Joseph Baby was father of Louis-François-Georges Baby (b.1832) of Montreal, office holder, lawyer, politician, judge, and collector

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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