Austro-Hungarian enamel box

Continental silver box of exceptional quality.  The enamel top is adorned with hearts, flowers and a scene depicting a young lady dancing to the music of wandering minstrels.  The enamel work is so finely detailed that it must have been created by a master craftsman. The bottom of the box has elaborate chase work.  This substantial vermeil (gold on silver) box weighs 105 grams and has a fabulous gold gilded interior.

Dimensions: 2.75 inches by 3.25 inches; thickness (depth) is approx. 0.75 inch;
weight of this silver box is 3.7 ounces (105 grams)

Condition: excellent; enamel is mint

Year: 1860-80 (box is hallmarked in 2 places)

Reference #: 8692

Price: $1595

Shipping and insurance: $20