Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Este - a silver cigar box., Elaborately detailed present of honour to the heir apparent on the occasion of his visit to the navy base Brioni. On the lid and the sides maritime scenes, framed by friezes showing sea animals, on the four corners foam-born nymphs. On one side a plaque of blue enamel with the dedication "Se k. u. k. Hh. Ferdinand Brioni - 18. Dez. 1903" and engraved faksimile signatures of the officers and guests of honour. On an ebonised wooden base. Weight approx. kg, 25 x 12 x 11 cm. The heir app,

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