$2,091
Coin Silver Presentation Tea Set, Bigelow Brothers & Kennard, Boston, Massachusetts, teapot, sugar bowl, and pitcher with engraved scroll and floral decoration and presentation inscription "Presented to/Capt. Henry Christie/and Lady/of British Ship "SHAND" of/Liverpool, by the owner's, Capt. Winsor/Officers, Passengers of the American Ship/"Golden Light" of Boston/Burnt at Sea, Feb. 22d, 1853 As a token of gratitude for the unlimited kindness bestowed upon the Captain, Officers, Crew, and Passengers, after rescuing them from their perilous situation.," the bases marked "BIGELOW, BRO'S & KENNARD/BOSTON/Coin," approx. 51.2 troy oz., ht. to 7 in. Note: The clipper ship Golden Light set out from Boston on February 12, 1853. On the night of February 22nd, the ship was struck by lightning and set on fire, whereby the passengers and crew were forced to abandon the ship. Most of the passengers and crew were rescured by the ship Shand several days later.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2017-03-04
