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Lot 3211
A Continental Silver Figural Hairpin Holder
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Two marks to pedestal, in the form of a cupid and hound atop a pedestal base with paw feet and floral decoration.

5.75 in.

8.1 troy oz.

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.

Possibly missing an element held in his raised hand; loss to upper snout of hound.