A fine quality George IV sterling silver-gilt snuff box by John Bettridge, hallmarked Birmingham 1827. Rectangular shape with applied floral thumb-piece and borders, engine turned sides and bottom. The cover with a scene in high relief of four soldiers resting under a tree. The interior of the cover inscribed with a presentation:" Presented to Mr. Robert Syme as a Token for Gratitude from F.W. Firmin". 3" (7.6cm), 3.7 troy oz (116g).