9th Jan, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
Lot 2298
 

2298

A Victorian Scottish Silver, Enamel and Gem-Set Beaker, by James Crichton and Co., Edinburgh, 1885

A Victorian Scottish Silver, Enamel and Gem-Set Beaker, by James Crichton and Co., Edinburgh, 1885, tapering cylindrical, the sides applied with ribbon-tied swags suspending cabochon gems, applied with gilt and enamelled coat-of-arms below marquess' coronet and a further coat-of-arms and engraved with an inscription, 10.8cm high, gross weight 8oz, 249gr Provenance: Probably a christening gift to Edric Charles Jospeh Wolesey, later 10th Baronet, from his godfather John Patrick Crichton-Stuart, 3rd Marquess of Bute (1847-1900).

Sold for £550
Estimated at £500 - £800


 

. Fully marked near rim. The marks are generally clear. Further stamped 'James Crichton & Co. 47 George St Edinburgh'. There are some minor surface scratches and wear consistent with age and use.

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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 9th Jan, 2021

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

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