Cigarette Case in Carrying Case
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Beatrice Fox
American, 1887 - 1968
Date1956
MediumCigarette Case (.a): 14 karat gold.
Case (.b): Suede leather and cardboard.
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width x depth): 3 1/2 x 2 15/16 x 5/8in. (8.9 x 7.5 x 1.6cm)
Other (width x depth x length of slip case): 3 9/16 x 7/8 x 3in. (9 x 2.2 x 7.6cm)
Other (width x depth x length of slip case): 3 9/16 x 7/8 x 3in. (9 x 2.2 x 7.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman
DescriptionRectangular cigarette case (.a) in 14 karat gold with fluted exterior surfaces. Interior lid is engraved: "OUR OUTSTANDING BOSS-ALWAYS/ AFFECTIONATELY/ YOUR EMPLOYEES/ 1956". A slipcase (.b) of gray suede protects the metal.
Object number1986.214.3a-b
MarkingsNot marked, but described as "14K 4oz0dwt" by appraiser Malcolm Stearns Jr. in 1986 InscribedEngraved inside the lid of the cigarette case is, "OUR OUTSTANDING BOSS-ALWAYS/ AFFECTIONATELY/ YOUR EMPLOYEES/ 1956".Collections
- G. Fox & Co.
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