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    A Three-Piece Cased French Sterling Silver Set Presented to the Shah of Persia, late 19th century. Marks: (Minerva), (G-Turk...

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    • Silver & Vertu:Hollowware, A Three-Piece Cased French Sterling Silver Set Presented to the Shah of Persia, late 19th century. Marks: (Minerva), (G-Turk...
    • Silver & Vertu:Hollowware, A Three-Piece Cased French Sterling Silver Set Presented to the Shah of Persia, late 19th century. Marks: (Minerva), (G-Turk...
    • Silver & Vertu:Hollowware, A Three-Piece Cased French Sterling Silver Set Presented to the Shah of Persia, late 19th century. Marks: (Minerva), (G-Turk...
    Silver & Vertu:Hollowware, A Three-Piece Cased French Sterling Silver Set Presented to the Shah of Persia, late 19th century. Marks: (Minerva), (G-Turk... Silver & Vertu:Hollowware, A Three-Piece Cased French Sterling Silver Set Presented to the Shah of Persia, late 19th century. Marks: (Minerva), (G-Turk... Silver & Vertu:Hollowware, A Three-Piece Cased French Sterling Silver Set Presented to the Shah of Persia, late 19th century. Marks: (Minerva), (G-Turk... View More >
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    A Three-Piece Cased French Sterling Silver Set Presented to the Shah of Persia, late 19th century
    Marks: (Minerva), (G-Turkish coffee pot-C)
    7-1/4 inches long (18.4 cm) (spoon)
    7.57 troy ounces

    Property from the Estate of Charles Schalebaum

    The lot comprising of spoon, cup, and saucer, outer case embossed in gold OFFERT A MR TROUPEAU EN SOUVENIR DU VOYAGE DE S.M. LE SHAH DE PERSE A PARIS (Offered by Monsieur Troupeau in remembrance of the journey of His Majesty the Shah of Persia to Paris)

    This gift may have been presented in 1889 when the Shah of Persia visited Paris for the World's Fair.

    Condition Report*: Silver in apparently good condition with only minor scratching, exterior of case with some scuffing and in generally good condition. Case measures 5-3/8 x 8-1/8 x 8-3/4  
    *Heritage Auctions strives to provide as much information as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Statements regarding the condition of objects are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Heritage. Some condition issues may not be noted in the condition report but are apparent in the provided photos which are considered part of the condition report. Please note that we do not de-frame lots estimated at $1,000 or less and may not be able to provide additional details for lots valued under $500. Heritage does not guarantee the condition of frames and shall not be liable for any damage/scratches to frames, glass/acrylic coverings, original boxes, display accessories, or art that has slipped in frames. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions of Auction.

    Auction Info

    Auction Dates
    September, 2017
    22nd-25th Friday-Monday
    Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 6
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