Lot 324
  • 324

A German silver sugar box and cover, Levin Dedeke, Celle, circa 1730

Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description

  • Silver
  • 15.3cm., 6in. long
scalloped oval form, each side on four scrolling feet, engraved with double coats-of-arms below a Count's coronet

Condition

Marks fairly clear along with assay scrape. Original gilded interior. Both halves do not sit flat on even surface when resting on feet due to a couple of feet slightly pushed into body. Good condition for age.
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