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Lot 2166
Three Antique American Sterling Silver Cups
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
The first by Gorham, model number 266, 1872 date letter, engraved "For Glenn / Dec. 25" and with decorative engraving (3 3/8 in.); the second by Whiting, model number 309, engraved "William Louis Glenn / from WG, with die rolled and engraved decoration (3.5 in.); the third retailed by Robbins, Clark & Biddle of Philadelphia (active 1870-1876), model number 112, unknown manufacturer, period script monogram "GDBS" within an engraved cartouche (3 3/8 in.).

14.8 total troy oz.

Private Collection, Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Each with denting; the Robbins, Clark & Biddle cup with mis-shaping to rim and small fissure by handle.