Georgian Lady Hope Patch Box essex crystal with pretty chased detailing to

with pretty chased detailing to the shoulders and around the stone

beginning in 1809

The execution of the carving is impeccable

with a wonderfully hand-chased crown above - a typically Victorian sentiment

It's rare to find a such a special piece

Georgian Lady Hope Patch Box essex crystal with pretty chased detailing toDATE: George III, c. 1805 This very special little object is a patch box dating from the late Georgian era, it would have been used to store cosmetic patches worn on the skin to cover blemishes. Crafted in silver, with a beautiful miniature painting on the top (under domed glass) depicting Lady Hope leaning on an anchor by the sea awaiting the return of her lover, with a ship in full sail on the horizon. It was made around 1805, and remains in