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Antiques! => Antique Questions Forum => Topic started by: Craciunescu M on February 26, 2025, 11:18:17 am
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Austrian, from the 30s, not something out of the ordinary, other than the fact that it has these gold inlays.
Then things get a bit complicated, its a matter of volume and density. I tested the gold and it was a positive for 14 K, but at a combined surface of 18x92 mm it gives a weight value of over 10 grams at a thickness of just 0.5mm. Just from a normal gold volume calculator.
Basically, the gold is worth more than the silver. 125 gr in total.
My question is , is there an noninvasive way to find out the thickness of the inlay ? Or from your experience, if you had the chance to see one "disected". Also what is the minimum thikness that can hold an engraving ? This can be a clue as the all the bands are the same hight.
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Hi!
Can you please post a clearer picture of the makers' mark? Picture of the interior?
It's a beautiful piece and appears to be in exceptional condition.
If you search 'Napier silver with gold inlay cigarette case' you will see quite a few with monograms on them.