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Cigarette Case in Carrying Case
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Cigarette Case in Carrying Case

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)
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".
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  • G. Fox & Co.
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