A collection of boxes, 18th/20th century

comprising:
a Chinese silver pill box, 19th century, finely decorated with dragon amongst clouds
a sterling silver sovereign case, hallmarked for Birmingham, 1915
a sterling silver vinaigrette, with engine turned decoration to the exterior, opening to reveal a gilt wash grille and interior, hallmarked for Birmingham 1851, maker's mark of Nathaniel Mills
a sterling silver vinaigrette, with cut scrolling decoration to the exterior, opening to reveal a gilt wash grille and interior, hallmarked for Birmingham 1852, maker's mark of Edward Smith
a sterling silver top opening vesta case, of rectangular form with top opening lid, cut scrolling decoration, striking groove to base, marks worn
a plain rectangular sterling silver double sovereign case, hallmarked for Birmingham 1905, maker's mark EJH"
a sterling silver and 9ct gold top opening vesta case, with cut scrolling foliate decoration, mounted with a gold panel to the front, hallmarked for Birmingham 1903, maker's mark of "S & B"
a sterling silver top opening vesta case, of rectangular form with top opening lid, cut scrolling decoration, striking groove to base, hallmarked for Birmingham, 1901
a Bilston enamel box, circa 1760, of oval form, having a Bristol blue glass lid inscribed with initials, brass hinge and mounts, the lower section in enamel decorated with sprays of flowers, damaged
a lady's small powder compact, continental silver, early 20th century, having a translucent enamel lid depicting a courting couple in 18th century costume opening to reveal a gilded interior, unmarked
a colonial Silver and nut vesta case, the nut mounted with a decorative foliate silver collar, a shield cartouche and a silver striker to the base
a contemporary gilt metal box with onyx inset to top
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• Lot Sold $900 (Hammer Price)
• $1,098 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)