Thursday 7 December 2023
A Louis XV gold-mounted rock crystal snuff box, mid-18th century, in the form of a miniature...
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A Louis XV gold-mounted rock crystal snuff box, mid-18th century, in the form of a miniature bombe casket, the push-button inset with a ruby, the fitted interior with two shaped bottles, the stoppers modelled as butterflies, with gold spoon and funnel, 7cm high, 6.2cm wide, 4.3cm deep
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The buyer shall pay the hammer price together with a premium thereon of 26% up to £20,000 (31.2% inclusive of VAT), 25% from £20,001 - £500,000 (30% inclusive of VAT), 20% from £500,001 thereafter (24% inclusive of VAT). The premium price is subject to VAT at the standard rate.
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VAT is not charged on the hammer price unless it is stated that there is 'VAT applicable on the hammer price at the end of the description. Buyer's premium is subject to VAT.(ARR) - ARTIST'S RESALE RIGHT
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