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Antique American Sterling cigarette case Watrous C.1898

Offered by: Louis Wine Ltd

Description
Antique American Sterling Silver small cigarette billfold case, Watrous C.1898. Rectangular shape beautifully embossed in an almost trompe l'oeil aesthetic manner with foliate design both cover and reverse. The very lightly gilded interior with spring hinge flap and trademark stamp of the Watrous Mfg. Co. of Wallingford CT in business from 1896-1898 when it became a division of the International Silver Company. Measures 2.75 x 3.00 x 0.30 inches. Weight: 66.17grams. Very good condition, nice tight snap closure.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	C. 1898
Styles / Movements:	Other, Art Nouveau, Modern
Dealer Reference #:	AL3586
Incollect Reference #:	516361

Message from Seller:

Louis Wine Ltd., Toronto based specialists in Antique Silver, Antique Jewellery and Decorative Arts, is a fourth generation family business managed by Richard Wine.

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