Lot n° 72
Estimation :
600 - 800
EUR
Result
: NC
- Lot 72
Silver wine goblet given by Queen Charlotte in 1818
Engraved "Given to William Brook Northey by Queen Charlotte in 1818 when a boy at Eton college".
P : 191,6 g
Solid silver goblet dated 1818.
NB: It was a tradition at the time for young students to receive a wine goblet to mark the beginning of their studies at the prestigious Eton College. This one was given by Queen Charlotte to the son of a member of the English court.
The goblet is engraved with the initials of Queen Charlotte, William Brook Nortey and a family crest.
The goblet bears the hallmark of the London silversmith John Emes as well as hallmarks that confirm the origin and dating.
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