18th century South Staffordshire Bilston enamel patch box, circa 1780

A South Staffordshire, Bilston enamel patch box of oval form, circa 1780, with a white lid inscribed “Have / Communion with few / Be familiar with one / Deal justly with all / Speak evil of none”, a lobed blue enamel base, gilt (worn) metal mounts, white interior with a mirror inset in the underside of the lid.

Measurements:
Width: 4cm (1.6in)
Depth: 3.1cm (1.2in)
Height: 2.2cm (0.9in)

Condition: There is a small bruise at the front of the lid and at the reverse of the lobed base, stress/hair lines to the exterior and interior. The mirror is in good condition, with corrosion mostly limited to the edge. The gilding of the mounts has worn. The lid closes well.

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