Sale 5255
London, South Kensington
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21 February 2007
Price realised
GBP 336
Estimate
A MIXED GROUP OF SILVER ITEMS COMPRISING:- A cream jug, Newcastle, 1838, tazza, bread basket, 2 Sherry labels, 6 Norwegian style coffee spoons, 2 Iranian cigarette cases, 4 metal napkin rings, taperstick, probably late Victorian, 7 antique salt spoons, 11 spoons & 2 other items, 29 plated fruit knives & 18 forks (case a/f) + pr. plated entrée dishes, Weighable - 48 oz. (91)
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