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April 8, 2016 10:00 AMCalender
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Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Owl-form Mustard Pot

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$1,107$900
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2888BLocation: BostonDate / Time: April 08, 2016 10:00AM

Description:

Elizabeth II Sterling Silver Owl-form Mustard Pot, London, 1958-59, William Comyns & Sons Ltd., maker, Tiffany & Co., retailer, with glass inset eyes and a hinged head with a notch below the beak to hold a small spoon with mouse-form terminal, ht. 4 1/2 in., approx. 13.2 troy oz. (includes glass eyes).
Estimate $400-600

Light wear to surface, lid does not close fully. Verdigris to joints including interior hinge, side joints and around feet. Joints adhering eyes rusted, one eye loose, but present.


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Tiffany & Co., London