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A Victorian gold-mounted lapis lazuli Royal presentation hand seal, dated 1846
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 USD
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Description
- Gold, harstone
- length 3 1/2 in.
- 9 cm
the handle engraved "THE QUEEN / to Ad Sir RW Otway Bt GCB 1846".
Condition
good condition, initials suggest matrix possibly changed
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.
Catalogue Note
Admiral Sir Robert Waller Otway, 1st Baronet (1770-1846) served in the Napoleonic wars, then in South America where he supported Brazilian Independence. He served as Groom of the Bedchamber to William IV and Queen Victoria before dying suddenly in 1846, survived by his wife and eight of their twelve children.