This pocket brass snuffbox engraved with the words 'Ernest Shott Esq, Littledean 1913' features in a Smiths of Newent antiques sale on Friday (November 11, 10am).

It's among several country items and there is a special section at the Newent saleroom for jewellery and silver.

Does any reader know anything about Ernest Shott, the saleroom's Rita Kearsey wonders? She can be contacted on 01531 821776.