Bidspirit auction | Two Spiceboxes– Germany, 19th Century

Two Spiceboxes– Germany, 19th Century - Two spiceboxes: 1. Spicebox. Berlin, 19th century. Silver, engraved, stamped, and pierced (partially marked with Berlin city hallmark, fineness mark “A”, and partial maker’s mark). Spicebox in the form of a three-tiered tower. The spice compartment is shaped as a cylindrical lattice, fitted with a small hinged door. Topped with a pointed turret, flagpole, and flag. Height: 27.5 cm. Base diameter: 5.5 cm. Overall good condition. Flag and pole detached and broken; minor bends and flaws. 2. Spicebox. [Presumably Germany, 19th century]. Silver, cast, engraved, and pierced (marked with fineness mark “12” and partial maker’s mark, “A. Epe--”). Goblet-shaped container, set on a tall stem with a square base. Fitted with a detachable cylindrical latticework cover topped with a tall pointed turret. Height: 21.5 cm. Base width: 6.5 cm. Overall good condition. Small decorative element missing from tip of turret.