Lot Details
Lot 181
George III Sterling Silver-Mounted Coconut Cup
Maker's mark AG, probably for Alexander Gairdner, Edinburgh, 1791
The ovoid cup carved on one side with a coat of arms with motto Facet Spera, the other carved with a crest with motto Tac et Spe Ra, bordered by palm trees and flowers, on a faceted stem and octagonal foot. Height 7 3/8 inches (19 cm).
The arms are those of Campbell, of Park, cadet of Lawers
Provenance:
Christie's, New York, 22 May, 2007, lot 141
Estate of Edith Altschul Graham
C
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for $1,260 (includes buyer's premium)
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