Collection of 13 antique silver mounted cowrie shell boxes. 1) Birmingham mark on inside rim and
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Collection of 13 antique silver mounted cowrie shell boxes. 1) Birmingham mark on inside rim and London mark on inside cover. 3.5in long. 2) London marks inside cover and on rim. 3in. 3) Appears unmarked. 2.75in long. 4) Inscribed "A Joleen of Esteem. From G. Skipwith to Captain Griffin". Appears unmarked. 3.375in. 5) Possible hallmarks on top. 3.25in. 6) Rare Masonic box with W. Brichan. Scottish hallmarks inside cover. 2.75in. 7) "Truth Honor Sincerity". London hallmarks inside cover. 2.5in. 8) Half cover box. Appears unmarked. 3.25in long. 9) Scenic mother of pearl top. Appears unmarked. 3in long. 10) Small brass(?) mounted. 2.25in long. 11) Scottish thistle engraved design. Gilt interior. Appears unsigned. 3.125in. 12) Heavy silver lid. Scratched numbers and weight inside cover. Appears unmarked. 3.5in long. 13) Shell cover. Silver rim with floral engraving. 2.5in l.
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Collection of 13 antique silver mounted cowrie shell boxes. 1) Birmingham mark on inside rim and
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