Rare sterling silver box by Gorham in Repousse design, circa 1892

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Rare sterling silver box by Gorham in Repousse design, circa 1892:
$475.00

Sterling Silver GorhamRepousse Box, circa 1892

For your review,offering a rare sterling silver curling tongs and lighter box by Gorham

Function

Curling iron restson supports that hold tongs above an oil flame used for heating tongs that curledhair

Measures

6 ¼ inches inlength
2 ¼ inches inheight
2 6/16 inches in width

Condition

Heavy gaugesterling silver

Underside someminor scratches, interior of the lighter box naturally discolored do to the flame used to heat the iron
Beautiful ornatedetail, rich warm patina with gold wash interior. There are no dents, scratches or splits inthis wonderful box

Hallmarks

Gorham hallmarksalthough light, are on the bottom of the box and tonghandles

Monogramed on theunderside, please see photographs

I am looking forthe next stewart who will care for this wonderful example of silver smithing

Warning, tongs should no longer be used forcurling hair

This is an opportunity for a collector,interior design person or a fun topic of conversation

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Returns accepted under thefollowing conditions. Purchase must bereturned within a three day period counting from the day of delivery. Customer is obligated to pay for shipping andreturn cost. Item must be in the same(pristine) condition as when received.