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LOT 48

Lot 48

George III Silver Goblet, of Canadian historical interest, Daniel Pontefex, London, 1797

George III Silver Goblet, of Canadian historical interest, Daniel Pontefex, London, 1797
Lot 48 Details
George III Silver Goblet, of Canadian historical interest, Daniel Pontefex, London, 1797

height 6.8" — 17.3 cm.
9 oz. — 281 grams
rim inscribed de Moll Berczy

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $2,040
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Note:

William Von Moll Berczy was born in Saxony in 1744, moving to New York State in 1792. He settled in Upper Canada in 1794, working as a builder in Toronto and Montreal before becoming an artist in Quebec City. The artist’s work in portraiture and miniatures is included in collections across Canada, including the National Gallery of Canada, the Art Gallery of Ontario, the Musée du Quebec and the Quebec Seminary

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved de Moll Berczy on the rim, above later initial P; In good condition; marks on base rim are okay (one overstruck and another worn)

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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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