A fine George III Bougie Box made in London in 1792 by Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson.

A fine George III Bougie Box made in London in 1792 by Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson.

£1,375

This fine box is circular in form with a pull-off cover.  The sides, base and cover display reeded borders and a circular swing extinguisher.  This example has a shaped carrying handle modelled as a buckle.  The Bougie Box is in excellent condition and is very well marked on the base and on the cover, as well as with a sterling mark on the side.  The side is engraved with the contemporary Armorial of a Lady in a lozenge shaped surround.

Diameter: 2 inches, 5cm.

Height: 1 inch.

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