UNIDENTIFIED MAKER'S MARK MAS, PORTO, CIRCA 1815

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A PORTUGUESE SILVER THREE PIECE TEA-SERVICE
UNIDENTIFIED MAKER'S MARK MAS, PORTO, CIRCA 1815
Each oblong with a part-fluted lower body, on four paw feet, the cover with part ivory finials, engraved with initials, comprising teapot, sugar bowl and cream jug
the teapot 6¼ in. (16 cm.) high
73 oz. 15 dwt. (2,294 gr.)

Special Notice

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.

Sale Room Notice

Please note that this lot has been incorrectly marked with a no reserve symbol in the printed catalogue.

Lot Essay

IMPORTANT NOTICE ON LOTS CONTAINING IVORY:
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.

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