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AN AMERICAN SILVER SNUFF BOX, DOWNING & PHELPS, NEWARK, DATED 1814
Estimate
2,200 - 2,800 USD
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Description
- the box stamped inside body and cover DOWNING & PHELPS and NEWARK, the badge apparently unmarked.
- silver
- length of box 2 in.
- 5 cm
the cover engraved "Abby Mercer to Elizabeth Starr", the inside cover "Novr 1. AD 1814." Together with a gold badge engraved with an American eagle and "Medal awarded to John P. Jackson for the Delivery of an Oration at Hoboken on the fourth of July 1828." 2 pieces.
Condition
some wear to box, staining inside, the badge good condition except very minor dings to rim, crisp
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
John P. Jackson (1805-1861) was the son of Peter Jackson and Hester Brinkerhoff, of Acquanonck, N.J. He graduated from the College of New Jersey (now Princeton) in 1823 and went into law practice in Newark. In 1831 he was elected to the NJ General Assembly, later becoming Speaker of the House. He was also active in the NJ Railroad and Transportation Co., serving as secretary, director, and other positions; his name was given to the ferry to New York City. In 1827 he married Elizabeth Wolcott and they had eleven children (from the NJ Historical Society website).