A rare George III Toothpowder Box made in Birmingham in 1802 by Joseph Taylor.

A rare George III Toothpowder Box made in Birmingham in 1802 by Joseph Taylor.
A rare George III Toothpowder Box made in Birmingham in 1802 by Joseph Taylor.

A rare George III Toothpowder Box made in Birmingham in 1802 by Joseph Taylor.

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Fine Boxes

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192448

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The box is of narrow rectangular form with a central hinged section and two hinged compartments for different types of tooth powder. The top is engraved with a bright cut border, is well marked and in excellent condition. A rare survivor from an age of elegance.



Length: 3.6 inches, 9cm.

Year

1802

Country

Birmingham

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