Lot 394
Silver Kiddush Cup, England, c.1775. Ex. PB84 (Division of Sotheby's) Auction Oct. 27, 1976, lot no. 128, where it was descibed as "George III Silver Becher, London, circa 1775, the bowl with gilt interior with original Hebraic chasing. Height: 6 3/4 inches." The Hebrew inscription is from Exodus 20:8: "Remember the Sabbath Day to sanctify it." It is inscribed within a shield, surrounded by a wreath of leaves and flowers. There are three silver hallmarks: a shield (weak), a lion (indicating Sterling Silver), and a monogram WH (upside down). 17.2 x 8.7cm. Surfaces have light wipe marks, as would be expected, but no scratches or damages. Interestingly, the WH hallmark most closely resembles that used by the Boston silversmith William Holmes (1716-1783).
Estimated Value $3,500 - 5,500.
From The Collection of Dr. Stephen Oppenheimer.
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| Realized $3,600 |
