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Tie pin in gold (750 thousandths)
formed by a circular Essex…
See original version (French)
227
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Tie pin in gold (750 thousandths)
formed by a circular Essex…
See original version (French)
Estimate €400 - €600
Voluntary lot
Description
Tie pin in gold (750 thousandths)
formed by a circular Essex crystal medallion decorated with two jockeys. Slight wear.
English work, early 20th century.
No apparent hallmark.
H. 5.4 cm. Gross weight: 6.5 g.
Provenance
- Given by Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovich of Russia (1878-1918) to Serge Benett and Edith Benett, née Rata (1882-?), respectively riding instructor and governess to the Grand Duke during his exile in England between 1912 and 1914.
- The estate then passed to their daughter, Mary Benett (1916-1983).
- Then by descent.
See original version (French)
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