Sale 18CN01 | Lot 114

Continental Silver Hand Seal

Catalogue: English & Continental Furniture / Old Masters / Russian Works of Art
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Lot Details

Lot 114
Continental Silver Hand Seal
Unmarked, late 19th century
Modeled as four putti supporting a crown, on an octagonal plinth, the matrix engraved with the cypher MG beneath a crown, possibly for Princess Maria of Greece (later Grand Duchess Marie Georgievna of Russia). Height 3 1/8 inches (7.9 cm), approximately 2 ounces (65.3 grams)
Provenance:
Grand Duchess Marie Georgievna (1876-1940)
Princess Nina Georgievna Chavchavadze (1901-1974)
Prince David Pavlovich Chavchavadze (1924-2014)
By descent to the present owner


C Property from the Descendants of Grand Duke George Mikhailovich of Russia

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,500
Sold for $2,500 (includes buyer's premium)

Additional Notes & Condition Report

In generally good condition; light surface scratches and minor bruises; crown with several areas of minor impact


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Estimate: $1,200 - $1,500
Sold for $2,500 (includes buyer's premium)
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Catalogue Info

English & Continental Furniture / Old Masters / Russian Works of Art

Wed, Jan 31, 2018 at 10am EST
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