Decorative Arts & Design

September 2429, 2022
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LOT 165

Lot 165

Canadian Silver Shaped Circular Presentation Waiter, Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, Que., 1938

Canadian Silver Shaped Circular Presentation Waiter, Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, Que., 1938
Lot 165 Details
Canadian Silver Shaped Circular Presentation Waiter, Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, Que., 1938

engraved with armorials and inscribed 'D.W. Gordon Murray / Hunterian Professor / The Royal College of Surgeons / of England / June 12th 1939.'
diameter 14 in — 35.5 cm
36.5 oz. — 1135 grams

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $840
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Donald Walter Gordon Murray, CC (1894-1976) was a distinguished Canadian surgeon

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with armorials and a presentation inscription on the centre; substantially in good condition; well marked on the underside

LOT 165
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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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