United Kingdom. A Silver Snuff Box, by J. Ivings, 1851 Republic of 38 mm x 59 mm

38 mm x 59 mm inclusive of its dual dragons suspension

along with a red smudge on page 19

In silvered tombac (silvering mostly present)

he was posted to HMS Wheroa in October 1945

United Kingdom. A Silver Snuff Box, by J. Ivings, 1851 Republic of 38 mm x 59 mmA delicate silver snuff box, exterior featuring a textured patter with a central medallion similar to the Order of the Garter, featuring a small cross with inscription sagaciter fideliter constanter (keenly, faithfully, steadfast). The interior features a gilt wash with silver marks on the base and lid denoting London manufacture with Q date mark (1851), and J. I maker mark of John Ivings. The box measures 88 mm (w) x 60 mm (l) x 40 mm (d), and weighs