An American Silver Presentation Goblet, W. Hardman, Lexington, KY, 1839

of urn form with reeded rim, engraved on one side with presentation inscription, the base rim bright-cut with running band of grapes and foliage, marked on base W.HARDMAN and LEX  KY

good condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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The inscription reads: The Ladies of St. Peters Church respectfully present this Cup To W. Jucho Lexington Ky. 1839

An advertisement in the 1838 Lexington city directory lists William Hardman as "surgeon dentist" located at 12 North Upper Street in Jordan's Row.  He later advertised in the 1 January 1840 edition of the Observer ad Reporter that he was currently "manufacturing every description of JEWELRY and SILVERWARE of the best style".  By this time Dr. Hardman had relocated to Asa Blanchard's former premises at the corner of Mill and Short.  It is unclear exactly how long Hardman occupied this location, but a May 1843 notice in the Lexington Intelligencer announced that George W. Stewart had relocated his shop to the "establishment recently occupied by Dr. W. Hardman."