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A 19 Century Austrian Silver Cup And Lid Stamped Diana Head And Dated 1870
$ 871.2
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Description
An important silver cup and lid, stamped ( Diana head ) the Austria-Hungarian Empire silver hallmark from 1867- 1912, and JCK stamp silver maker.JCK refers to Joseph Carl Klinkosh , who worked for the royal family.
This pretty piece is highly engraved with floral motifs, also engraved with the Imperial crown and 2 arm coats, as shown on photos.
It is also engraved with a date : 19 April 1870.
And in Latin :
Sit nomen domini benedictum (blessed the name of the Lord).
Please see photos carefully to admire the beauty of the work.
Feel free to ask for more photos.
There is a crack in the lid, a missing handle at the top of the lid ( only 3 not 4 ) as shown on photos.
This is an important imperial piece which needs a professional restoration.
Minor dents due to age.
It is gold plated from inside.
Loss to the gilding.
H : 12 1/4 inches ( 31 cm )
Diameter at base : 3 3/4 inches ( 9.5 cm )
I would be glad if you inform me what is the symbol that the 2 arm coats refer to.
Net weight : 430 grams , 15.3 oz.
VERY GOOD CONDITION