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A rare George III silver filigree combination thimble scent bottle and tape measure, the screw off thimble monogrammed, original glass scent bottle and stopper, and red silk tape measure, circa 1800. Length: 1.97 in.

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  • Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
  • George Iii - George III (1738 - 1820) was King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760 to 1820.
  • Filigree Work - Decorative Arts - Delicate decorations using fine threads of ceramics, glass or other materials to give a lace-like effect, attached together and applied as an ornament.

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A rare George III silver filigree combination thimble scent…