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Silver Presentation Cup - J. Hyman, Portsmouth, Virginia, Circa 1855-1860
This silver presentation cup features eight alternating fancy and plain sides, adorned with delicate engraved oak leaves and vines. The base is decorated with a beaded border. An inscription on the cup reads: "PRESENTED BY THE Y.M.F. A.R.O. NO4 TO BRO. L. LEVY," engraved in a decorative script. The cup weighs 2.9 Troy ounces and was made by J. Hyman. The item is a manufactured object gifted as a presentation. 3.
Associated People/Businesses
- Jacob Hyman (Jeweler/Silversmith)
- Henry Hyman (Silversmith)
- Lewis Hyman (Silversmith)
- Hyman, J. (Jacob) ( ? - 1896)
- Levy, L. (Leopold ?) (1828-1897)
Geography
No geographic information available.
Subjects
- Silver
- Presentation Cup
- Fraternal Organization
- Engraving
- Judaica
- 19th Century
- Metalwork
- Decorative Arts
- Portsmouth, Virginia
- Richmond, Virginia
Physical Location
Arc.MS.56, Box 24