MARK OF SEBASTIAN GARRARD, LONDON, 1909

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H.H. PRINCE GEORGE OF TECK'S INKSTAND
AN EDWARD VII SILVER TREASURY INKSTAND
MARK OF SEBASTIAN GARRARD, LONDON, 1909
Oblong and on four fluted scroll feet, the cover double hinged, one side fitted with silver covers for two glass jars, with drop ring handles, engraved on the cover with the Royal arms and inside with an inscription, contained in a fitted blue velvet lined red leather covered case, marked underneath, on side, on handles and on each cover, the base further stamped 'R. & S. GARRARD & CO. HAYMARKET . LONDON', the case labelled 'GARRARD & CO. LTD. Goldsmiths & Jewellers TO THE CROWN 25, HAYMARKET STREET LONDON'
10 in. (25.4 cm.) wide
60 oz. (1,855 gr.)
The inscription reads 'George of Teck on the occasion of his confirmation from his godfather George R.I., January 1913.'

The Royal arms are those of George V (r.1910-1935).

Provenance

Given to Prince George of Teck, 2nd Marquess of Cambridge, (1895-1981) by his godfather King George V (r.1910-1935)

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Lot Essay

George of Teck was the eldest son of Adolphus of Teck (1868-1927) and his wife Lady Margaret (1873-1929), daughter of the 1st Duke of Westminster (1825-1899). Adolphus of Teck was granted the qualification of Highness by King George V in 1911. This was later relinquished, together with his German title in 1917 when he was created Marquess of Cambridge.

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