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TWO SILVER STOCK BUCKLES AND A SEAL, CIRCA 1780
Estimate
700 - 900 USD
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Description
- silver, blue shark shagreen
- Length of larger buckle 2 1/4 in.
One stock buckle engraved DAVID STEVENS 1781 / ORLANDO STEVENS 1833, both stock buckles apparently unmarked; the seal by Hester Bateman of London, with fitted fishskin case.
Provenance
The stock buckles: David P. Willis Antiques, Plainfield, New Jersey, 2009.
The seal: H.P. McLane Antiques, Darien, Connecticut, 1994.
The seal: H.P. McLane Antiques, Darien, Connecticut, 1994.
Condition
shagreen case with some wear and minor losses, silver in good condition
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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.