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A Badge of the Order of St. Andrew, Johann Keibel, St. Petersburg, 1866
Estimate
100,000 - 120,000 USD
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Description
- Gold, enamel
- 3 1/2 x 2 1/2 in. (including crown suspension)
- 90 x 62 mm
in gold and enamels, depicting the black Imperial double-headed eagle set with a blue St. Andrew's Cross bearing the crucified figure of St. Andrew in en plein enamels, the four corners of the cross with the Latin letters SAPR (Sanctus Andreas Patronus Russiae); the reverse with a white enameled scroll bearing the Order's motto "For Faith and Loyalty" (Za veru i vernost'), suspended from the Imperial crown enameled in translucent red with a blue ribbon, the back of the crown with a riband carrier and two hooks
Condition
the blue ribbon lacking some enamel; some losses to the white scroll on the reverse
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.