A late 16th / early 17th century silver-gilt and hardstone cup
A late 16th / early 17th century silver-gilt and hardstone cup
maker's mark a star radiant, stamped twice, probably Flemish or Dutch
The ocre agate bowl on a spool-shaped support with strap-work decoration, leading to three helmeted busts, the base embossed and chased with panels depicting Faith, Hope and Charity, height 14.5cm, weight total 7.5oz.
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A late 16th / early 17th century silver-gilt and hardstone cup
maker's mark a star radiant, stamped twice, probably Flemish or Dutch
The ocre agate bowl on a spool-shaped support with strap-work decoration, leading to three helmeted busts, the base embossed and chased with panels depicting Faith, Hope and Charity, height 14.5cm, weight total 7.5oz.