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AEDShreve & Co., San Francisco 14K Gold Cigarette Case, 71 Grams
About Seller
300 20th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
United States
Witherell’s auction house is a family business rooted in a passion for fine art and antiques, based in Sacramento, a region known for its history and its important 20th century art scene. It all started when Brad Witherell was gifted a Civil War-era Henry rifle from his uncle as a teen, spurring his...Read more
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About Auction
LiveOct 29, 2026
Witherell's Live Luxury Asset Auction, October 29, 2026, from the Sutter Club, Sacramento. 363 lots: Warhol's $9, a Peale portrait, a Stone Declaration of Independence, Rolex, gold, fine jewelry, California baskets and more. Witherell Auctions Brian@witherell.com
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- Lot Description
A 14K gold cigarette case by Shreve & Co., San Francisco, presented by the China Mutual Life Insurance Company Ltd., Shanghai, to George Mooser in recognition of insurance business written in Shanghai between January 1, 1904, and January 1, 1905, totaling Taels 1,120,750.00. Founded in 1852, Shreve & Co. became one of California’s foremost jewelers and luxury retailers, renowned for its fine jewelry, silver, and decorative arts. The case retains its original 14K gold cigarette retainer, bears a cabochon jade thumbpiece, and is marked Shreve & Co. and 14K. XRF analysis confirms the gold content.
Dimensions: 2.5 x 0.5 x 3.25 in. Weight: 71 grams.
Shipping: Free Sacramento pickup. Shipping via FedEx within the continental U.S. for $40 plus 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing).
Condition
Light surface wear and minor scratches consistent with age and use. Marked 14K and confirmed by XRF analysis.
- Provenance
The Al and Carol Cali Collection.
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