Bonhams 1793 : Of Napoleon Interest; A French silver two-handled bowl mid 19th century, Minerva's head 950 standard

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4 Sep 2012 11:00 BST Chester
The Chester Sale: Antique and Modern Silver
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Of Napoleon Interest; A French silver two-handled bowl

mid 19th century, Minerva's head 950 standard
On one side applied with two angels laying a crown on a pedestal with N, flanked by triumphant angels, inscribed Epopee Militaire, the other inset with a Napoleon silver coin flanked by triumphant angels, inscribed 1804-1814, and Dumouriez 1821, raised on a pedestal foot with scroll handles, height 10cm, weight 10oz.

Sold for £350 inc. premium