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Corfiot triremes: A pair of gold and enamel locket cufflinks, maker's mark TL (Latin), probably St Petersburg, circa 1889
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- height: 3.2cm, 1 1/4 in.
of elliptical form, each applied with a rudderless trireme, symbol of Corcyra, on a sky blue ground within Greek motto: The love of my people is my strength/ Corfu below a crown, 56 standard
Condition
Excellent condition, with very minor surface scratches from use. One of the gold crowns is a recent replacement.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The seventeen-year-old Prince Wilhelm of Denmark adopted the motto The love of my people is my strength upon his election as George I, King of the Hellenes, in 1863. His third son and fourth child, Prince Nicholas, married Grand Duchess Elena Vladimirovna in 1902.