Sale 1522
Glasgow
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29 October 1996
Price realised
GBP 230
Estimate
AN EDWARDIAN SILVER CAFE AU LAIT POT by Vale Bros & Semon, Chester, 1903 Of baluster form with partially fluted body, chased with foliate cartouche, the hinged lid with flame finial, scrolling stained wood handle (11oz.)
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