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Lot 1318
An Italian .800 Silver Cigarette Case
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
1934-1944 lozenge, intricate scrolling foliate designs and border details to case, the interior with romantic engraved inscription: "Gorizia Italy 28 March 1946 / To Ann With All My Love / Bob." Includes original retailer box from Gorizia, Italy labeled: "Oreficeria Moderna - Orologeria / Pietro Cella - Gorizia / Corse Verdi 18."

3/8 x 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 in. (cigarette case); 1 x 3 3/4 x 4 3/4 in. (box)

4.50 troy oz.

From the Collection of James Lee Burney, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Good estate condition; some scattered scratches to silver; box with some toning and wear.