Bidspirit auction | STERLING SILVER MINIATURE DOMED TRUNK

STERLING SILVER MINIATURE DOMED TRUNK CASKET BOX - A sterling silver miniature chest-form box or coffret, designed with a hinged arched domed lid, side drop handles on relief floral escutcheons, and a hinged front locking strap over a raised floral clasp. The exterior is profusely decorated with hand-chased geometric diaper patterns, foliate scroll borders, and twin pierced floral scrollwork cutouts on the upper lid surface. Stamped ”STERLING SILVER” on the underside alongside two dark test marks, with matching assembly numbers ”14” stamped on the interior lid and rim hinges. casket, trunk, container, vessel, metalwork, repousse, antique, silverwork Dimensions 6 x 3 x 3 in. Weight: 480 g. Condition Good overall condition. The silver exterior displays crisp chasing, intricate pierced details, and light age-appropriate surface wear with areas of dark tarnish. The hinged lid, locking hasp, and side handles function properly. The interior exhibits natural oxidation, tarnish, and surface discoloration. The base shows light surface scratches and two darkened testing marks near the mark stamp.