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German Sterling Silver Hedgehog Pillbox
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Reference: S11201
Period: Victorian
Year: Circa 1900
Silversmith: Gebruder Kuhn
Place: Schwabisch Gmund
Price: $ 200.00
Weight: 27 grams
Dimensions: 4 cm length
Condition: Excellent, hinge and clasp in full working order, fastens securely.
Description: A delightful antique sterling silver hedgehog pillbox, made in Germany circa 1900 by Gebruder Kuhn of Schwabisch Gmund. The hedgehog is realistically modelled, his quills and textured tummy give a lovely feel to the box. This is a quality item, well modelled, and the hinge and clasp work extremely well, no chance of pills falling out. The tail acts as a thumbpiece, the lid is clearly hallmarked on the interior. Gebruder Kuhn was established in 1860, in 1900 they were awarded a silver medal at the Paris World Fair, in 1911 the received the Grand Prix at the World Expo in Turin, by 1918 they had 300 employees. The Unicorn hallmark is from the Schwabisch Gmund coat of arms.
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German Sterling Silver Hedgehog Pillbox
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Sterling silver hedgehog
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Silver hedgehog box open
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Silver hedgehog base and hinge
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Kuhn 925 German silver hallmarks
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Sterling silver hedgehog scale
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Gebruder Kuhn advert
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