AN EARLY 18TH-CENTURY HORN SNUFF BOX COMMEMORATING SIR FRANCIS DRAKE AND THE SPANISH ARMADA
possibly by John Obrsuett, of oval form, the lid pressed and polychromed with armorial device depicting Drake sailing towards the Armada, helmet and shield with motto SIC MAGNA PARUIS with notes about Drake family pasted inside lid -- 4in. (10cm.) high

Condition Report
Structurally fine overall condition; polychrome probably refreshed.

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