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Wellington Coaster Sterling Silver and Silverplate Wine Trolley
hallmarked London, 1977, maker's mark "RFE", limited edition number 23 of 50, after the 1826 original presented to the Duke of Wellington by George IV, comprising two silverplate wine coasters with turned wood bases and beaded rims, the gallery formed of single-faced replicas of James Mudie's 1820 National Medals, fitted to a sterling silver trolley frame with functioning wheels and horn handle, presented in the original cornflower blue satin-lined navy pasteboard case with gilt arms of the Duke of Wellington.
h. 4", l. 16-3/4", w. 7-3/4"; case 5-1/4" x 18-1/4" x 10"
Estimate $1,200-1,800
**In very good condition; evidently never used. Some oxidation to the silverplate elements, especially in the recesses of the medallions. Hallmarked (on the underside of the handle) with: 1) the sterling lion passant; 2) the London leopard's head; 3) the date letter "C" for 1977; 4) the Elizabeth II bust Silver Jubilee mark; and 5) the maker's mark "RFE"; the mounts and wheels part-marked. Marks excellent. The case is in reasonably good condition, though the tip of the handle has punched a hole through the lid, and the padded interior top is detached (but present).
Sold for $1,500
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