Vermeil on Dutch Silver .833 Basket of Fruit form peppermint box | Provincial Assay c.1838 Pattern_Hibiscus koi are particularly associated with

koi are particularly associated with the steadfastness and determination of the samurai

The Lladro marking is not "obvious" on this item

this cheerful man would hang a pine bough on the door of his home to let travellers know that refreshments were available

green & white enamelled flowers and gilt highlights stamped 8334 (our ref #2)

Vermeil on Dutch Silver .833 Basket of Fruit form peppermint box | Provincial Assay c.1838 Pattern_Hibiscus koi are particularly associated withVermeil on Dutch Silver . 833 Basket of Fruit form peppermint box A rare novelty Vermeil on Dutch Silver . 833 Basket of Fruit form peppermint box. These charming examples appear to be peculiarly Dutch in origin and date from the 17th Century through to the early 20th Century. Personal hygiene was not a matter of great concern in former times, but anticipating breath fresheners and mouthwash peppermint boxes appear to have had enduring popularity.