An early 20th century Hungarian silver enamelled box, of cir...

Hammer

£170

An early 20th century Hungarian silver enamelled box, of circular form with red and white guilloche enamel decoration to hinged cover, plain polished exterior, gilt interior, stamped 'BACHRUCH 900' to cover, 10.2cm diameter

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Weight: 12.75ozt

Cracks to the enamel to the cover, possible signs of later repair. Enamel to the base shows heavy scratching and wear, but no signs of loss, possible signs of repair. Several, shallow dents, moderate scratching and wear to the metal on the cover and base. Signs of solder repair around the lip of the cover, further signs of possible solder repair to the base. Heavy scratching to the interior, some wear and loss to the gilt interior. Cover opens and closes smoothly, but does not sit completely flush. There is a rattling sound when the box is moved, probably emanating from the cover, though its cause is unexplained.