Decorative Arts Auction

December 14, 2011

LOT 103

Lot 103

German Silver Presentation Eagle to Field Marshal Paul von Hindenburg from Duchess Sophia Charlotte of Oldenburg, 1914

German Silver Presentation Eagle to Field Marshal Paul von Hindenburg from Duchess Sophia Charlotte of Oldenburg, 1914
Lot 103 Details
German Silver Presentation Eagle to Field Marshal Paul von Hindenburg from Duchess Sophia Charlotte of Oldenburg, 1914

raised on ceramic socle and engraved ‘Fur Generalfeldmarshall P. v Hindenburg Von Prinzessin Eitel Friedrich - 1914
overall height 8.8" — 22.3 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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German Silver Presentation Eagle to Field Marshal Paul von Hindenburg from Duchess Sophia Charlotte of Oldenburg, 1914
  • German Silver Presentation Eagle to Field Marshal Paul von Hindenburg from Duchess Sophia Charlotte of Oldenburg, 1914
Note:

The current lot was likely a gift on Hindenburg’s promotion to the rank of Field Marshall. Hindenburg rose to become 2nd President of Germany during the Weimar republic.

CONDITION DETAILS

Crack to one leg.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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