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Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer: an Elizabeth II commemorative silver jewel box, Gerald Benney for Mappin & Webb, London, 1981
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- marked on rim and engraved on base "DESIGNED BY GERALD BENNEY" "MAPPIN & WEBB LTD"
- Silver
- 5 1/8 in.
- 13cm
oval, engraved with stylized flowers within lattice, lid engraved with arms for Lady Diana Spencer and The Prince of Wales, oval reserve on base inscribed "THE MARRIAGE OF THE PRINCE OF WALES AND LADY DIANA SPENCER 29th JULY 1981", with a lined velvet interior and internal cover, in original Mappin & Webb fitted box, lid set with plaque inscribed "William Hill Trophy York 1983"
Condition
velvet on latch and hinge worn, otherwise 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.
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.