18th century South Staffordshire Bilston enamel patch box

A South Staffordshire, Bilston enamel patch box, circa 1780, inscribed “How / Much to be priz’d / And esteem’d is a friend / On whom we may always / With safety depend”. Blue enamel base and gilt (worn) metal mounts.

Measurements:
Length: 4.5cm (1.8in)
Height: 2.4cm (0.9in)
Depth: 3.6cm (1.4in)

Condition:
General: Average to good
Exterior: Lid: Liight wear to inscription. Short hairlines around edge of lid by mount. Metal mounts good (gilding worn away). Blue body: Very good, no damage.
Interior: Good. Mirror intact, light corrosion around edge. White enamel interior good with a few stress lines visible under magnification.

Shipping: Free for UK, EU, USA, Australia, New Zealand. For any other destinations, please request a quote (may still be free).