Lot 16
  • 16

A German Parcel-gilt silver Brit Milah set, maker's mark DP (cf Rosenberg 3, no. 3342), Mainz, circa 1700

Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • beaker, box, and knife each marked DP and city mark; shield unmarked; 4 pieces, in later fitted case
  • Silver
  • height of beaker 1 3/4in.
  • 4.5cm
comprising: a beaker with molded rim, oval box with slip-on cover, knife with tapered oval handle, together with a matching shield of later date

Condition

knife blade partly rusty, otherwise good condition
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