Description

A collectible little silver counter box dating from the early 1700’s. Small size. Contains one embossed gaming counter/medalette. The pull off cover is embossed with a portrait bust of Queen Anne between “A and R”.

Weight 5g.
Diameter 2.3cm, 0.9ins. Height 1.2cm, 0.47ins.
Maker’s mark only “IA”.
Circa 1710.
Unmarked silver.

Marks. Stamped with maker’s mark only below the base.

Literature. Counter boxes contained a number of disks, commonly stamped or engraved with portraits of English monarchs, that were used as game markers and counting devices. Counter boxes were rarely marked.

The little box is in good condition with some wear consistent with age.

No maker assigned

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