SILVER SPICE CONTAINER. Continental, late 19th - early 20th century with later additions.

Domed smooth round base, upon which rests the later cast figure of soldier with shield; and the chased fruit form container resting on the soldier’s head are earlier. The lid is topped by a recently cast lion rampant and standard. No marks found. H: 165mm. Slight dent in base.. The older sections include the domed smooth round base, upon which rests the later cast figure of soldier with shield ; the chased fruit form container resting on the soldier’s head is also earlier. The lid is topped by a recently cast lion rampant and standard.Slight dent in base . . none found (undecipherable mark on rim of base?)