A Victorian engraved 18-karat gold snuffbox with a bulldog...
A Victorian engraved 18-karat gold snuffbox with a bulldog head mount
maker unknown, likely English, circa 1850
Apparently unmarked, rectangular and allover engraved with scrolling foliate motifs, the lid centered a bulldog masque with ruby eyes and a diamond set in the mouth.
L: 2 3/4 in. Weight: 36 dwt.
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A Victorian engraved 18-karat gold snuffbox with a bulldog head mount
maker unknown, likely English, circa 1850
Apparently unmarked, rectangular and allover engraved with scrolling foliate motifs, the lid centered a bulldog masque with ruby eyes and a diamond set in the mouth.
L: 2 3/4 in. Weight: 36 dwt.