Partially gilt silver spice canister

Description

Ca 1690 partially gilt silver cannister, with the town mark of Augsburg and makers mark of Marx Schaller 1651-1700.
Marked fully on lid and under the main body.
These cannisters were used for the very expensive and valuable spices of the time like saffron, ginger, vanilla, but also tea….
Height : 18 cm / including handle /
Weight:544 grams