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Lot 3046

American Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Inscribed from William Randolph Hearst

Estimate: $400 - $600
Starting Bid
$200

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American Sterling Silver Cigarette Case Inscribed from William Randolph Hearst, the rectangular case opening to patterned vermeil interior, inscribed "FROM WILLIAM R. HEARST JULY 25 1917," to interior, exterior monogrammed in script W C G to exterior. Stamp impressed to upper edge of right side, "STERLING 7605," Unger Brothers Silver Co. initials mark. 

{Approximate dimensions: 4 1/4" x 3"; 104 grams, total weight.}.

Scratches, pitting, tarnish. Please contact the Furniture and Decorations department for a detailed condition report on this lot. 

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