{"product_id":"antique-silver-gilt-scent-flask-perfume-bottle-with-coronet-engraving-c-1690","title":"[RESERVED] Antique Silver Gilt Scent Flask\/Perfume Bottle with Coronet Engraving - c.1690","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDescription and Details \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe are delighted to offer this exquisite silver-gilt scent\/perfume flask made c.1690, of continental European origin.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe bottle exudes opulence, splendour yet with a timeless classical charm – the exterior being richly gilt (gold on top of solid silver) yet with an understated teardrop form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRemarkably, the flask’s original exterior case has survived, which is exceptional in itself. The form is solid, elegant, and the push buttons on either end still work to reveal either the full flask or just the tip from which the lid can be unscrewed without exposing the rest of its body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOn one side of the flask, a beautiful hand-engraved armorial is present. We are still in the process of researching the arms; however, it appears that a Marquess’ coronet is present on top of the cartouche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOverall, a splendid and exemplary piece of late 17\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century silver, rich with history, quality and remaining in remarkable condition considering its age. Perfect for the uncompromising collector or as an exquisite gift for someone special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis piece is unmarked, as was common with small articles of this period (particularly continental origin), and as such we have tested it for silver.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e*Please note: all images with other items are for display purposes only, this listing is for the title item only. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSize (cm) H:9cm W:3.5cm D:0.9cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSize (inches) H:3.54 W:1.37 D:0.35\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWeight: 22 grams (0.70 Troy oz)  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- The bottle is in great antique condition, especially considering its age, without any major issues\/damage. Some minor surface scratches and wear commensurate with age. A small ding on the bottom curvature of the flask. Otherwise in good order. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe aim to overemphasise and state these issues to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect the usage of the items. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFree Shipping \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eArtisan Antiques offers free global shipping with professional, secure and discreet packaging.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe will \u003cspan\u003ealways ensure\u003c\/span\u003e your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery\/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e*All parcels are insured - please rest assured all shipping liabilities other than import\/customs duty are covered by Artisan Antiques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Colours of the product may slightly differ from the photos due to different computer screens \u0026amp; lighting conditions*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Price negotiations may be possible under certain criteria, please contact us via telephone (07578761640)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eor email (info@artisanantiques.net) - \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Artisan Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55394209792385,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0128\/2444\/5028\/files\/Antique18thcenturysilvergiltscentflastwithcaseandcoatofarms-17.jpg?v=1773689478","url":"https:\/\/www.artisanantiques.net\/products\/antique-silver-gilt-scent-flask-perfume-bottle-with-coronet-engraving-c-1690","provider":"Artisan Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}