£130
Maritime: A Siam niello decorated silver cigarette box presented to the British Royal Navy’s HMS Venerable, Thailand, mid 20th century. Niello decorated to the hinged cover with Thai motifs combined with an anchor flanked by nautical themed scrolling foliate bands with the front inscribed ‘Wardroom of H.M.S. Venerable With compliments of The Royal Siamese Navy, 1947’ and compartment and varnished wood interior. Struck ‘Thainakon Sterling Made in Siam’ beneath. 4.6 cm height, 16.2 cm width, 10.5 cm depth. Gross weight: 491 grams.
Condition report: Some age related wear as illustrated.
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