George III Silver Mounted Coconut Cup
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George III Silver Mounted Coconut Cup
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 7.88 in (20.02 cm)Diameter: 7.38 in (18.75 cm)
- Style:George III (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1800
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- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 29-64141stDibs: LU891113929002
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