The hinged cover is embellished with a silver thistle. The original cork is in place and the hinge is nice and tight.
The silver is unhallmarked, as was usual, but it tests for sterling silver.
~ Dimensions ~
The piece is 3.5 inches (9 cm) long by 1.5 inches (3.5 cm) wide and 3 inches (7.5 cm) tall. The cover has a diameter of 1.5 inches (3.5 cm).
It weighs 53 grams.
~ Condition ~
The condition of the piece is very good for its age. The horn has only a small crack near the hinge. The original cork is present. The hinge works well.