#21 • Two 1976 Framed Sterling Silver Ship Silhouettes

Part of Baldwin, GA - Antiques, Uniques & More Online Onsite Auction (timed auction by K and B Auction)

High bid $17.00

Status: Sold

Vintage Franklin Mint sailing ships cut from a sheet of sterling silver and finished with a protective anti-tarnish coating. Archival framed, 21.5 x 25.25 inches each. One design depicts a Schooner Yacht America and the other is the French Frigate La Belle Poule. Both pieces include detailed depictions of rigging and ship structures, displayed against a dark background. (It looks lighter in the photos than it is.)  The frames show wear consistent with age including some foxing on the linen border. Accompanied by labels noting sterling silver material and care instructions.