A Tiffany & Co. Silver Mounted Trophy, New York, 1891. Marks: TIFFANY & Co., 10789 M 3200, STERLING. 12-3/4 x 6 x 4-7/8 ...

Description

A Tiffany & Co. Silver Mounted Trophy, New York, 1891
Marks: TIFFANY & Co., 10789 M 3200, STERLING
12-3/4 x 6 x 4-7/8 inches (32.4 x 15.2 x 12.4 cm)
1390 grams (gross)
Inscription to glass on underside: African Trophy / Royal Carrol / 1890 / Wedding Present

The trophy with tusk in silver mount decorated with realistic cactus and geometric border, and cover with spear head-form finial.

The trophy appears in the Tiffany & Co.'s manufacturing ledger for February 2, 1891:
10789/23729 Claret Jug made from tusk sent 2/2/91
3200-17.45, 75.00

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