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Vintage Italian 800 Silver Oval Pill Box — Hinged Snuff Trinket Hand-Engraved Scrollwork Item Details Brand Unbranded — marked "Italy 800" on reverse Style Oval Hinged Pill/Snuff/Trinket Box Material 800 silver Design Oval hinged box with hand-engraved scrolling floral repousse design covering the lid, and a textured/chased milled band around the sides Size/Dimensions 46mm long x 35mm deep x 11mm high Country of Manufacture Italy Weight 17 grams Includes Pill box only, no outer box About the Item
Up for sale is a vintage Italian 800 silver oval pill box, marked "Italy 800" on the reverse. This small hinged box features hand-engraved scrolling floral decoration across the lid, with a textured chased band running around the sides, giving it lovely detail and old-world charm. The inside upper lid features an authentic artisan workshop stamp of '61', indicating its registry or assembly placement in the Italian silversmith guild. Perfectly sized for pills, snuff, or small trinkets, this is a versatile little treasure for collectors of vintage silver or continental smalls.
Key Features Genuine 800 Silver: Marked "Italy 800" on the reverse, confirming Italian silver content. Hand-Engraved Scrollwork: Flowing floral and scroll motifs are hand-chased across the lid, with a textured milled band around the sides. Compact Oval Form: Measures 46mm long, 35mm deep, and 11mm high — a petite, pocket-friendly size. Versatile Use: Ideal as a pill box, snuff box, or small trinket/jewelry keeper. Condition Notes
Used, vintage condition. The box shows overall tarnish and patina consistent with age, settled into the recesses of the engraved pattern, along with light scattered scratching on the interior surfaces from normal use. The rim has a scalloped edge detail at the hinge as part of the box's design. The hinge opens and closes smoothly and securely. No dents or other damage noted. Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.
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