A small coin silver Patch Box by Samuel Kirk & Son, circa 1850.

This piece was a lady's item used as a sponge box (Vinaigrette) or for other personal items. It is a rare form in American Silver. About one inch tall by 3/4 inch wide. Marked on the inside bottom "S.K. & Son". Kirk was perhaps the best known Baltimore Silversmith, and his silver is highly prized. This is really a museum piece. I have never seen another.

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