Vintage Italian Genuine Silver 800 Sea Shell Shaped Trinket Box from Florence, 1970s

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This vintage silver decorative object depicts a sea shell (conchiglia). Handcrafted in florence, tuscany during the 1970s to 1980s in … Read more This vintage silver decorative object depicts a sea shell (conchiglia). Handcrafted in florence, tuscany during the 1970s to 1980s in genuine 800 continental silver, the construction conceals the opening seam, giving the piece the appearance of a standalone figurine.

in european decorative arts, silver boxes fashioned after natural botanical and marine forms were traditionally created for display cabinets, dressers, and specialized box collections. The lid closes properly.

carrying the official 800 silver stamp alongside the florentine silversmith code, this piece serves as a functional or decorative display object for vanity tables, shelves, or collections of european silverware.

key details:

material: genuine silver / continental silver (800/000)

period: 1970s to 1980s

weight: 1.008 oz (28.56 g)

hallmarks: stamped 800 with florentine silversmith code (fi)

origin: florence (tuscany), italy

condition note: properly closing lid

measurements: h 2.2 cm x w 6.5 cm x d 3.2 cm

additional benefits:

florentine silversmith production from tuscany

figurine-like sea shell design hiding the box opening

genuine silver 800 composition

clear purity and regional silversmith hallmarks

vintage condition with natural surface patina

this is a vintage item and may show minor signs of age, which add to its authenticity and character. See less