$600
S. Blanckensee & Sons, Ltd. (England, founded 1826). A square sterling silver cigarette case with ovoid enamel medallion to front with erotic scene depicting two nude raven haired beauties in an embrace standing in an interior, the hinged case opening to reveal two gold vermeil compartments. Marked to interior of cover panel with maker's mark beside standard mark, city mark for Chester, and date mark presumably for 1929, marked to interior of back panel with matching standard and date marks. Approximately 3.25" square.
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2015-10-17