Lot Essay
Relics from the collection of Alexander Scott (for whom see also lots 194 and 246), the Victory's chaplain, and Nelson's interpreter and private secretary during the Mediterranean campaign, 1803-1805.
![THE REVEREND ALEXANDER JOHN SCOTT, D.D. (1768-1840) -- [SIR WILLIAM AND LADY HAMILTON]](https://www.christies.com/img/LotImages/2005/CKS/2005_CKS_07109_0024_000(105340).jpg?w=1)
THE REVEREND ALEXANDER JOHN SCOTT, D.D. (1768-1840) -- [SIR WILLIAM AND LADY HAMILTON]
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THE REVEREND ALEXANDER JOHN SCOTT, D.D. (1768-1840) -- [SIR WILLIAM AND LADY HAMILTON]
Two snuff boxes said to have been the property of Sir William and Lady Hamilton; A pair of lady's red velvet embroidered slippers said to have belonged to Emma Hamilton; A copper bangle incorporating a mounted agate stone; A velvet purse and a locket containing a piece of hair; and Three lace collars
Two snuff boxes said to have been the property of Sir William and Lady Hamilton; A pair of lady's red velvet embroidered slippers said to have belonged to Emma Hamilton; A copper bangle incorporating a mounted agate stone; A velvet purse and a locket containing a piece of hair; and Three lace collars
Provenance
Scott sale, York, 1957, where purchased by Cedric Titler Esq., Guildford, by whom given to the present owner.
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