Description:
Two Pieces of American Coin Silver, mid-19th century, a Jones, Shreve, Brown & Co. kettle-on-stand with burner, ht. 10 1/2, and a Tifft & Whiting christening cup with presentation engraving, ht. 3 3/8 in., approx. 54.2 troy oz. total.
Estimate $300-500
Christening cup with scattered minor dents, short break to one side of upper handle joint, surface wear. Kettle burner with minor dent, replaced pin to stand, otherwise in good condition with light surface wear and minor pinprick dents.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Stuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.