Vintage R. Blackinton USA Sterling Silver Small Vanity Snuff Pill Trinket Box

Description

VINTAGE, R. BLACKINTON & CO., MADE IN USA,
STERLING SILVER 925 WITH GOLD WASH INTERIOR,
SMALL VANITY SNUFF PILL TRINKET BOX
IT IS MONOGRAMMED,
MEASURES 2" x 1-1/2" x 3/8"
TOTAL WEIGHT OF 39.7 GRAMS
It is monogrammed on the top with the initials MAM in script, otherwise, it shows typical light wear from use and storage, including surface marks, scratches, and a few light dents.  It has been gently hand polished and ultrasonic cleaned in a mild dish soap, and it has nice shine, and is very clean.  It is straight, not bent, cover opens and closes securely, with no major issues at all.
It is signed on the inside STERLING along with the familiar R B CO hallmark for R. Blackinton & Co., listed and historic USA fine silver maker from North Attleboro, MA.  They are well known to have been a very early supplier of silver goods to retail stores such as Tiffany's and Macy's.
PLEASE NOTE:
The last photo shown is taken from a 1920s era jewelry trademark catalog that fully documents this mark and maker.
This is a beautiful, quality, very collectible piece!  A great example if you collect the wide array of Blackinton brand silver, interesting trinket boxes, or you're looking for something retro like this to use!
DON'T MISS OUT!
Would make a great gift idea for that special someone you know, too!
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You will be receiving the exact item being offered here in AS-IS condition.