Lot 395
Silver Spice Box by Aaron Katz, England, 1892. Filigreed box in Russian style. Tower is surrounded by four movable eagles, and is surmounted with original pennant. Hallmarks are "A.K," registered July, 1890 by Aaron Katz; lion facing left, indicating Sterling Silver; leopard's head, the townmark for London; and an "R" within a shield, designating the year 1892. 34.4 x 9cm. Excellent condition.
Interestingly, Aaron Katz's name turns up in the historical records when he testified in a counterfeiting trial held in the Old Bailey on November 13, 1893, saying: "(Interpreted from Yiddish) I am a silversmith, of 24, Winterton Street, Commercial Road--I speak Yeddish (sic)--I first employed the prisoner as a silversmith twelve or thirteen weeks ago, at 14s. a week, and he worked for me about six weeks." The defendant was found guilty of counterfeiting sovereigns, and received a sentence of "Three years penal servitude."
Estimated Value $7,500 - 10,500.
From The Collection of Dr. Stephen Oppenheimer.
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