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LOT 39

Lot 39

Canadian Silver McGill University Snow Shoe Trophy Cup, Robert Hendery, Montreal, Que., c.1860

Canadian Silver McGill University Snow Shoe Trophy Cup, Robert Hendery, Montreal, Que., c.1860
Lot 39 Details
Canadian Silver McGill University Snow Shoe Trophy Cup, Robert Hendery, Montreal, Que., c.1860

height 5.9" — 15 cm.
4.8 oz. — 149 grams

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $3,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Canadian Silver McGill University Snow Shoe Trophy Cup, Robert Hendery, Montreal, Que., c.1860
  • Canadian Silver McGill University Snow Shoe Trophy Cup, Robert Hendery, Montreal, Que., c.1860
Provenance:

Lorenz and Irene Biricz Collection, Toronto

Note:

Inscribed: Universitas Collegii McGill / SNOW SHOE RACES / 2 Mile Race Won by / R. Tate / Time 14m. 15s. / 12th MARCH 1861

CONDITION DETAILS

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