AN ITALIAN BLUE HARDSTONE, GOLD AND RUBY TABLE BOX . Maker unknown, Italy, circa 1950. Marks: M, 18kt, ITALY . 6-3/4 inc...

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AN ITALIAN BLUE HARDSTONE, GOLD AND RUBY TABLE BOX
Maker unknown, Italy, circa 1950
Marks: M, 18kt, ITALY
6-3/4 inches long (17.1 cm)
33.8 ounces (gross)



The rectangular box of blue hardstone with applied 18 karat gold lion's head to hinged lid with inset ruby eyes, supported by four gold claw feet, cream marble to the interior.

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