AN AMERICAN SILVER THREE-HANDLED PRESENTATION CUP, Dominick & Haff, New York, retailed by J.E. Caldwell & Co., Philadelphia, 1895

raised on a fully cast turtle, the vase-shaped body chased with foliate scrolls enclosing etched trophies of fish and game and an 1895 presentation inscription, gilt interior, fully-modeled cast fish handles.

Christie's, New York, 10 October 1987, lot 14
Victor Niederhoffer Collection, sold
Sotheby's, New York, 15 December 1998, lot 9

very good condition, decoration crisp
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

This extraordinary weight suggests this was created to be a 150-oz prize.