Lot 138
A silver and silver-gilt commemorative goblet for Ely Cathedral, designed for the thirteenth...
Lot 138
Lot Description
A silver and silver-gilt commemorative goblet for Ely Cathedral, designed for the thirteenth centenary of its foundation, the circular tapering bowl with applied relief of a mermaid holding the three keys of Ely, and raised on a spread octagonal stem with wave effect decoration on a textured ground. Hallmarked Aurum Ltd (John M Willmin), London 1973 and further stamped Aurum, limited edition no. 352/673, with certificate. Height 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm), gross weight 16.14 ozt (502 grams).
Postage: Postable
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Appears in fairly good overall condition, displaying some general light surface wear, marks, scratches and tarnishing. A few minor surface and edge nicks and some heavier scratched marks to some areas. Hallmarks located to underside and are clear and legible.
Also impressed to underside, 'Number 352 of a limited edition of 673 made by order of the Dean & Chapter of Ely to commemorate the thirteenth centenary of the foundation in 673 AD.'
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