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LOT 77

Lot 77

German Silver Gilt Cup and Cover, Augsburg, c.1680

German Silver Gilt Cup and Cover, Augsburg, c.1680
Lot 77 Details
German Silver Gilt Cup and Cover, Augsburg, c.1680

height 5.3 in — 13.5 cm
5.7 oz. — 178 grams
maker's mark MS

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $3,250
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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German Silver Gilt Cup and Cover, Augsburg, c.1680
  • German Silver Gilt Cup and Cover, Augsburg, c.1680
Provenance:

Estate of John Langdon, sold at Ritchie's, Toronto, 1991

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with the initial 'M.G' on the underside; a few small dents to the rim of the cover; minor split on the rim of the cup; appears to be a small fissure at the join of one foot to the cup; otherwise in substantially good condiiton; well marked on the underside and cover

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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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