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Decorative Arts & Design Part I: Silver

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LOT 384

Lot 384

Channel Islands Silver Two-Handled Christening Cup, maker's mark IA, crown above, Guernsey, c.1766

Channel Islands Silver Two-Handled Christening Cup, maker's mark IA, crown above, Guernsey, c.1766
Lot 384 Details
Channel Islands Silver Two-Handled Christening Cup, maker's mark IA, crown above, Guernsey, c.1766

engraved on one side 'I*F*L, don de son Parain. / 1766', and with initials 'JML' on the other side
height 2.9 in — 7.4 cm
3.7 oz. — 116 grams

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Channel Islands Silver Two-Handled Christening Cup, maker's mark IA, crown above, Guernsey, c.1766
  • Channel Islands Silver Two-Handled Christening Cup, maker's mark IA, crown above, Guernsey, c.1766
Provenance:

Estate of Alfred E. Cross, Calgary
Private Collection, Montreal

Note:

Alfred Ernest Cross (1861-1932), Canadian politician, cattleman and brewer, was one of the 'Big Four' who founded the Calgary Stampede in 1912

CONDITION DETAILS

Substantially in good condition; well marked under the base with maker's mark struck three times; Alfred Cross provenance is by repute through the family (undocumented)

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  • 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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