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Lot #235 - George V Britannia Silver Christening Porringer and Cover, Mark of Sidney Bellamy Harmon, London, c. 1920

  • Auction House:
    Shapiro Auctions
  • Sale Name:
    Fine Furniture, Silver, Asian & Decorative Arts
  • Sale Date:
    19 Jun 2018 ~ 6pm (AEST)
  • Lot #:
    235
  • Lot Description:
    George V Britannia Silver Christening Porringer and Cover, Mark of Sidney Bellamy Harmon, London, c. 1920
    twin handled mug, the cover with stylised serpent handle, engraved inside cover 'Wishing Simon all happiness & good luck from his Godmother, Nellie Melba, 20 April 1921', hallmarked
    weight 454 grams height 12.5 cm
  • Notes:
    Lady Susan Fitzclarence accompanied Dame Nellie Melba on tours to Australia and internationally until the birth of her son Simon Birch. Lady Susan was godmother to Melba's granddaughter, Patricia Armstrong, born in Melbourne in 1918
  • Estimate:
    A$2,200 - 2,800
  • Realised Price:
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  • Category:
    Silver

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