A silver presentation cann John W. Forbes (1781-1864),
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Description
A silver presentation cann John W. Forbes (1781-1864), New York, NY, dated "1821"
(H: 4 1/2 in. L: 5 1/4 in. (including handle) Dia: 3 1/4 in. (diameter of rim), Weight: 11.92 oz. t.)
The tapered body with bands of repoussé fruit and flowers to upper and lower rims, scrolled handle, the body engraved with inscription, "Presented to Joshua Knight/ by the Citizens of New York,/ for his exertions in saving Four Seamen,/ from the Wreck of the Ship SEA FOX./ 30th October 1821."; marked with both "I.W. Forbes" in rectangle and "I.W.F." in rectangle over "N.Y." in rectangle, and pseudo hallmarks, to underside.
(H: 4 1/2 in. L: 5 1/4 in. (including handle) Dia: 3 1/4 in. (diameter of rim), Weight: 11.92 oz. t.)
Provenance
James D. Julia, Fairfield, Maine, August 15, 1994
A private New Jersey collection.
Condition
great condition overall; raised decoration and engraving remain crisp; minor rubbing to upper part of handle commensurate with age and use; interior seam at upper part near handle attachment slightly visible, but secure and stable
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A silver presentation cann John W. Forbes (1781-1864),
Estimate $1,000 - $1,500
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