The Tastemaker

All variously decorated, some with repoussé and chased details, some with gem-set clasps, some with inscriptions or monograms, and two bearing enameled Union Jack appliques; Comprising six English sterling silver cigarette cases by the following makers: Howard James, Birmingham, 1880; Thomas Hayes, Birmingham, 1897; O. Ltd., Birmingham, 1911; Charles S. Green & Co., Birmingham, 1916; maker "F F," Birmingham, 1926; maker "R.N," Birmingham, 1926; a 9 carat gold cigarette box by Asprey & Co., with Chester hallmarks, 1923; eleven American sterling silver cigarette / tobacco, match, or card cases by the following makers: James E. Blake Co., Attleboro, MA; Webster Company, Attleboro, MA; R. Blackinton & Co., North Attleboro, MA; Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI; William B. Kerr & Co., Newark, NJ; R. Wallace & Sons Mfg. Co., Wallingford, CT; and others marked "Sterling"; two silver cigarette cases, apparently unmarked; sold together with a silver match case / strike, apparently unmarked; a sterling silver money holder, inscribed "Ernest Waite Hogg," by William B. Kerr & Co., Newark, NJ; a sterling silver money clip by Tiffany & Co., New York, NY; and a gun metal card case, match box, and tobacco shredder in the form of a pocket watch, all apparently unmarked. (27 items total).