A Victorian Silver Cheroot-Case by Robert Thornton, Birmingham, 1875

oblong, each side and the hinged cover engine-turned and with foliage borders, the front engraved with an inscription within foliage scrolls 12cm high, 3oz 18dwt, 121gr The inscription reads 'George Wainwright Mayor of Oldham from his two little nephews Johnnie & Lionel Blackburne May 11th 1876'.

Fully marked on bezel and further part marked inside cover. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There is a shallow briuse to one side, near the base. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the Seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage people to see an item in person when possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession.