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English Silver and Enamel Two-Tiered Freedom Casket, Dated 1899

$48,000
£36,861.94
€42,243.32
CA$67,572.14
A$75,695.73
CHF 39,371.18
MX$923,331.74
NOK 501,247.58
SEK 472,640.75
DKK 315,292.61

About the Item

The freedom box is marked on the side in enamel stating "This casket - to contain the diploma of the honorary freedom of the city of Exeter - was presented to the Honourable Sir Thomas Townsend Bucknill Knight, by friends who had been associated with him in various capacities during the 13 1/2 years he filled the office of Reorder of that city to mark in some degree their sense of the ability impartiality and courtesy with which he at all times discharged the duties of his exalted and responsible office. 29th July 1899." Marked Birmingham, 1899, T & J Bragg.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1899
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: S1951stDibs: LU1468233889392

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