An American Coin Silver Hunt Goblet, Mark of J. Conning, Mobile, Alabama
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An American Coin Silver Hunt Goblet, Mark of J. Conning, Mobile, Alabama
of substantial size, marked "J. Conning" and "Mobile," the bowl featuring a chased and repoussĆĀ© vignette of a huntsman on his mount and following his hounds within a detailed landscape, a large cartouche with rocaille surround and floral sprays to front with ribbon style monogram "MHS," the domed foot with coordinating floral and foliate motif and beaded detail.
6 3/8 in.
8.745 troy oz.
James Conning (1813-1872) was a Confederate-era silversmith, jeweler, fancy good retailer and swordsmith. He moved to Mobile, Alabama from New York City in late 1840 or early 1841. He quickly built a thriving business, employing a multitude of clerks, jewelers, book keepers and even a master engraver and lithographer.
With the outbreak of the Mexican War, Conning's business in weapons and military goods boomed. Always a businessman, Conning opened his own sword manufacturing facility following the secession of Alabama and the formation of the Confederate States of America. After the war, Conning pivoted right back to retailing fancy goods, jewelry and silver.
Private Collection, Durham, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
of substantial size, marked "J. Conning" and "Mobile," the bowl featuring a chased and repoussĆĀ© vignette of a huntsman on his mount and following his hounds within a detailed landscape, a large cartouche with rocaille surround and floral sprays to front with ribbon style monogram "MHS," the domed foot with coordinating floral and foliate motif and beaded detail.
6 3/8 in.
8.745 troy oz.
James Conning (1813-1872) was a Confederate-era silversmith, jeweler, fancy good retailer and swordsmith. He moved to Mobile, Alabama from New York City in late 1840 or early 1841. He quickly built a thriving business, employing a multitude of clerks, jewelers, book keepers and even a master engraver and lithographer.
With the outbreak of the Mexican War, Conning's business in weapons and military goods boomed. Always a businessman, Conning opened his own sword manufacturing facility following the secession of Alabama and the formation of the Confederate States of America. After the war, Conning pivoted right back to retailing fancy goods, jewelry and silver.
Private Collection, Durham, North Carolina
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
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Very good estate condition.
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An American Coin Silver Hunt Goblet, Mark of J. Conning, Mobile, Alabama
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