Set of three religious objects in silver (3) - Silver - 1850-1900






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Description from the seller
Set of three travel silver objects – Holy Water Font, Papal Seal, small silver book (stamped)
Ensemble comprenant trois pièces en argent, fin XIXᵉ – début XXᵉ siècle :
1. Small wall-mounted Holy Water Font (silver tested)
H oly water font in repoussé silver, decorated with an Eye of Providence in a radiant glory, framed by two angels. Beaded/galoned bowl. Continental work, circa 1900.
Tested silver, estimated fineness 800/900‰.
Dimensions: height 10 cm.
2. Small seal / Papal stamp (silver tested)
Massive silver seal, shaft adorned with a radiant cross. Base engraved in medallion: PIVS XII PONTIFEX MAXIMVS (Pontificate 1939–1958). Handcrafted work, probably Italian.
Tested silver, estimated fineness 800‰.
Dimensions: 5 cm.
3. Silver miniature book – Henry W. Longfellow (stamped)
Silver cover plate, Longfellow portrait in relief, with dates (1807–1882).
English hallmarks:
• W.C = William Comyns,London goldsmith
• Lion passant = sterling silver 925
• Date letter “m” (in a quadrilobed cartouche) = London 1907
• Leopard's head = London mark
The interior contains Poetical Works of Longfellow, Eyre & Spottiswoode edition.
Dimensions: 6 cm.
Very good condition for the set. Light wear from polishing, details clear.
The photos are an integral part of the item description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before placing a bid.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
Seller's Story
Set of three travel silver objects – Holy Water Font, Papal Seal, small silver book (stamped)
Ensemble comprenant trois pièces en argent, fin XIXᵉ – début XXᵉ siècle :
1. Small wall-mounted Holy Water Font (silver tested)
H oly water font in repoussé silver, decorated with an Eye of Providence in a radiant glory, framed by two angels. Beaded/galoned bowl. Continental work, circa 1900.
Tested silver, estimated fineness 800/900‰.
Dimensions: height 10 cm.
2. Small seal / Papal stamp (silver tested)
Massive silver seal, shaft adorned with a radiant cross. Base engraved in medallion: PIVS XII PONTIFEX MAXIMVS (Pontificate 1939–1958). Handcrafted work, probably Italian.
Tested silver, estimated fineness 800‰.
Dimensions: 5 cm.
3. Silver miniature book – Henry W. Longfellow (stamped)
Silver cover plate, Longfellow portrait in relief, with dates (1807–1882).
English hallmarks:
• W.C = William Comyns,London goldsmith
• Lion passant = sterling silver 925
• Date letter “m” (in a quadrilobed cartouche) = London 1907
• Leopard's head = London mark
The interior contains Poetical Works of Longfellow, Eyre & Spottiswoode edition.
Dimensions: 6 cm.
Very good condition for the set. Light wear from polishing, details clear.
The photos are an integral part of the item description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before placing a bid.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
