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A Russian gold and enamel Imperial presentation cigarette case, Samuel Arnd, St. Petersburg, circa 1875
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- gold
- width 4 1/8 in.
- 10.5 cm
of oval section with mirror-polished surface, complete with vesta compartment and tinder, the cover with the Order of the Garter engraved and enameled above 'H.M.S. Sultan XMAS - 1878' in blue champlevé enamel, the interior of the hinged lid engraved in English "Commander R.F. Britten from Their Royal and Imperial Highnesses The Duke & Duchess of Edinburgh," 56 standard
Provenance
Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, was the second son of Queen Victoria; he married in 1874 Grand Duchess Maria Alexandrovna, daughter of Tsar Alexander II. He was Captain of the H.M.S. Sultan, an ironclad of the British Navy, from 1876 to 1878; Richard F. Britten served as Commander.
Condition
small bruise at right base, very light surface scratches, otherwise good condition
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In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.