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George III Irish Auditor General Despatch Box
A George III Irish red leather government despatch box belonging to the Auditor General's Office.
The box is gilt stamped with the George III cypher to the corners, with a gilt stamped Gaelic harp to the centre above the words 'Auditor General's Office'. The box has its original brass handle and escutcheon. The deep red Moroccan leather has wonderful patination throughout and has various historic patch repairs throughout, indicating both heavy use and reliance.
The lid opens to reveal the original interior marbled paper lining. A wood stretch split is evident to the interior base but remains stable.
An extremely attractive and scarce piece.
Dimensions:-
Width: 39cm
Height: 10.5cm
Depth: 15.5cm
Weight: 1.85 kilograms
DELIVERY
UK Mainland: FREE
International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.
SellerHarrington Antiques
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Devon
Tel : 07552 767190
Non UK callers : +44 7552 767190
The box is gilt stamped with the George III cypher to the corners, with a gilt stamped Gaelic harp to the centre above the words 'Auditor General's Office'. The box has its original brass handle and escutcheon. The deep red Moroccan leather has wonderful patination throughout and has various historic patch repairs throughout, indicating both heavy use and reliance.
The lid opens to reveal the original interior marbled paper lining. A wood stretch split is evident to the interior base but remains stable.
An extremely attractive and scarce piece.
Dimensions:-
Width: 39cm
Height: 10.5cm
Depth: 15.5cm
Weight: 1.85 kilograms
DELIVERY
UK Mainland: FREE
International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 19/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
Category Antique Boxes
Period George III Antiques
Material Leather
Origin Irish
Item code as1132a367 / 7315
Status Sold
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Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
View all stock from
Harrington Antiques
Private dealer
By appointment only
Crediton
Devon
Tel : 07552 767190
Non UK callers : +44 7552 767190
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