Marked underneath, 'Derby Silver Co. Derby, CT, Quadruple Plate." with 1887 patent date. The box stands on spherical feet, has a relief filigree with mythical faces along the sides; 2 lids on the top, one is hinged with a knob finial and cigar storage below, the other has a storage for the damp sponge with a vented wall between the two, threaded fasteners securing the lid with a figural glass eyed dog on the top. Provenance: From the executive offices of the The Hit Factory recording studio in NYC, now in Danielle Germano’s personal collection. Dimensions: H 6" x W 6" x D 5.25". Condition: Light scratches, tarnish from age and use.

All the items in this auction remain at our Annex Gallery in Bridgeport, CT for pickup or shipping. Items must be picked up or shipped in the time frame of Monday June 3rd - Friday, June 7th, 9-5, WEEKDAYS ONLY. We will offer in-house shipping to the Contiguous USA for select smaller items in this sale, and local tri-state delivery for furnishings, please contact us prior to bidding for a quote as purchases are not contingent on shipping. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be requested via email. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Westport Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.