Cigar box
Asprey and Co. Ltd
Category
Silver
Date
25 Dec 1942
Materials
Silver, Silver-gilt
Measurements
45 x 220 x 170 mm
Place of origin
London
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Chartwell, Kent
NT 1100758
Summary
Silver and silver gilt cigar box, with a leather covered base, the lid engraved with a map of London's West End and a picture of the Houses of Parliament. "The Heart of the Empire" on the inside of the lid a presentation inscription with facsimile signature to WSC from King Peter II of Yugoslavia, Christmas 1942. Asprey, London, Modern. In a green leather case with the King's card. 1969 Schedule P.144
Marks and inscriptions
Inside lid: "The Heart of the Empire" and presentation inscription with facsimile signature to WSC from King Peter II of Yugoslavia, Christmas 1942
Makers and roles
Asprey and Co. Ltd, silversmith