20th Apr, 2011 12:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Princess)
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[M] R.M.S. CARPATHIA / TITANIC: A COMMEMORATIVE...
R.M.S. CARPATHIA / TITANIC: A COMMEMORATIVE GOLD ANCHOR
in 18k gold, inscribed on the shank R.M.S. CARPATHIA / APR.15 1912, contained in original fitted plush-lined case with maker's marks for 'Jay's, London' -- 1½in. (4cm.); 16.7g.
Inscribed with the date of the Titanic's foundering, it is at present unknown why and for whom this souvenir was commissioned. At least one other example is known suggesting a small run was issued.
in 18k gold, inscribed on the shank R.M.S. CARPATHIA / APR.15 1912, contained in original fitted plush-lined case with maker's marks for 'Jay's, London' -- 1½in. (4cm.); 16.7g.
Inscribed with the date of the Titanic's foundering, it is at present unknown why and for whom this souvenir was commissioned. At least one other example is known suggesting a small run was issued.
Sold for £2,356
Estimated at £800 - £1,000
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
R.M.S. CARPATHIA / TITANIC: A COMMEMORATIVE GOLD ANCHOR
in 18k gold, inscribed on the shank R.M.S. CARPATHIA / APR.15 1912, contained in original fitted plush-lined case with maker's marks for 'Jay's, London' -- 1½in. (4cm.); 16.7g.
Inscribed with the date of the Titanic's foundering, it is at present unknown why and for whom this souvenir was commissioned. At least one other example is known suggesting a small run was issued.
in 18k gold, inscribed on the shank R.M.S. CARPATHIA / APR.15 1912, contained in original fitted plush-lined case with maker's marks for 'Jay's, London' -- 1½in. (4cm.); 16.7g.
Inscribed with the date of the Titanic's foundering, it is at present unknown why and for whom this souvenir was commissioned. At least one other example is known suggesting a small run was issued.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Princess), 20th Apr, 2011
