Group of Five Cigarette Cases

Group of Five Cigarette Cases

circa 1930s
comprising one case by Jesus Hernandez Perera, one case by Henin & Cie, one case by G.W.L. & Company, one case by Lutz & Weiss and one case by an unknown maker
silver, gilt silver, sapphire
one case impressed PERERA with maker's and silver hallmarks; one case impressed H&C with maker's and silver hallmarks and numbered 22; one case monogrammed O.H., impressed GWL & CO. with silver hallmarks and dated 20.4.34.; one case impressed LW with silver hallmarks; one case impressed with silver hallmarks
largest case: ⅜ x 5 ¼ x 3 ¼ in. (0.9 x 13.3 x 8.2 cm)

Condition Report:
Overall in very good condition. The silver presents with faint surface scratches and light scuffing consistent with age and gentle use. The silver presents with light surface soiling and minimal tarnish, particularly concentrated to the interiors which may be carefully polished at the buyer’s discretion. Two cases with gilt interiors that present with areas of discoloration and fading to the gilding, not visually distracting. One case presents with a small dimple to one corner of the silver, measuring approximately ½ in. long, only visible upon close inspection. One case with five sapphire cabochons in well-preserved condition.