12th Nov, 2022 9:30 GMT/BST

Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
Lot 2095
 

2095

A Victorian Silver Inkstand
by John Wilmin Figg, London, 1854

the circular base engraved with foliage, with single foliage engraved glass bottle with hinged silver cover
the base 19.2cm diameter, weighable silver 6oz 13dwt, 207gr

Sold for £170
Estimated at £200 - £300


 

Fully marked under base and on neck mount. Further part marked inside cover. The marks are generally clear. There is some surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There has been a small repair in the well of the base, under where the bottle sits. This is mostly noticeable underneath.

 


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Auction: Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 12th Nov, 2022

Fine Jewellery, Watches and Silver Sales are held three times a year, coinciding with the Fine Sales. They offer the top tier of consignments, focusing on important diamonds, fine period and designer jewellery, the most desirable vintage and modern luxury watches by top makers and fine pieces of period silver.

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