Lot 678
  • 678

A Swedish parcel-gilt silver tall beaker, Gustaf Henning, Stockholm, 1751

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on base and with later tax mark
  • Silver, parcel-gilt silver
  • height 8 in.
  • 20.3 cm
flaring form with gilt borders, gadroon base, engraved with lappets below upper rim and above engraved inscription C.B.B.*C.B.B., base engraved with block initials M/H*E and dates 1901/1926

Condition

minor dings and creases, gilding rubbed at high spots, engraved lappets rubbed, overall good condition
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