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New York City, NY 10022 , United States
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Elizabeth II Sterling Silver and Ruby Humidor Box Made for Saudi Arabia
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Description
Elizabeth II Sterling Silver and Ruby Humidor Box Made for Saudi Arabia
Made by Peter Nicholas & Co Ltd in London in 1989. Rectangular box with corner bracket supports and hinged open scroll end handles. The top cover is engraved with map of Saudi Arabia; the names of 3 places written out and highlighted with rubies: the capital city Riyadh and two pilgrimage sites, Medina and Mecca (spelled here Makkah). Other scenes include a university campus and fortress ruins.
The interior of the box is cedar lined and underside has black laminate. In original leather-bound presentation case with fitted velvet and cover lining gilt-stamped “Mustafa Yousuf Saleh Kaki / Jeddah”.
Fully marked. Very good condition.
Box: 2.3" high x 8.5" wide x 3.3" deep
Fitted box: 3.3" high x 10.5" wide x 6.5" deep. -
More Information
Period: 1980-1999 Materials: Sterling Silver Condition: Good. Very Good Condition Creation Date: 1989 Styles / Movements: Other, Traditional Patterns: Traditional Incollect Reference #: 634010 -
Dimensions
W. 8.5 in; H. 2.5 in; D. 3 in; W. 21.59 cm; H. 6.35 cm; D. 7.62 cm;
Message from Seller:
For four generations, Solomon Treasure has obtained a reputation for dealing in rare and important 18th – 19th century antiques and fine art.
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