Included in this lot is a Vintage Sterling Silver Cigarette Box by John Rose, Birmingham, UK, 1960s. A vintage silver cigarette box in the Art Deco style lined with a cedar interior. The hallmark is for Birmingham 1963 with the maker John Rose, a noted silversmith operating from Hockley Street in the Birmingham jewellery quarter. Rectangular with plain straight sides. Over Cover hinged with tapering tab. The lid has a rectangular cartouche in the center which has been left blank and not engraved, surrounded by engine-turned ornament. Hallmarks are stamped on the left side, underside is stamped "Made in England SC4". The interior has guides for a divider which is not present. Originally this would have been for cigarettes or small cigars but could of course be used now for many purposes such as a desk box or for jewelry. Box underside leather lined. Measures 3.25"W x 6.5"L x 2"H, combined weight is 477 gms.