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Lot 58
  • 58

A German silver-gilt nautilus shell cup, circa 1700

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • height 6 3/4 in. (17.2cm)
the shell enclosed by straps with leaf-tip borders, leaping dolphin stem and stepped oval base

Condition

Please note this is Silver-gilt, circa 1700 with alterations
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