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THBRare Centennial 1996 Olympics Faberge Egg, 120/500
About Seller
1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
United States
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery is a full-service auction gallery strategically located on Miami Circle in the historic Buckhead district of Atlanta, one of the Southeastern United States’ largest commercial and financial centers. The gallery is owned and operated by Robert Ahlers and his wife Chr...Read more
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About Auction
LiveJun 28, 2015 - Jun 29, 2015
Ahlers & Ogletree elizabeth@aandoauctions.com
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- Lot Description
England, circa 1996. Rare Centennial Theo Faberge Olympic Egg from the St Petersburg Russian Collection crystal, sterling silver and 24 carat gold, the egg comes housed in original gilt octagonal shaped presentation box. This egg is marked 120 out of an edition of 500. Height of box 10", diameter 6.5" Height of egg 8.5".Note: From the Theo Faberge website: The Olympic Egg celebrates the historic 100th Anniversary of the Birth of the Modern Olympic Games and the high ideals associated with the Olympic movement of promoting world peace through friendly sporting competition. The Egg also celebrates Atlanta as the host to this great anniversary and the last games of the twentieth century.This Egg draws its inspiration from both the ancient and modern movement. The Olympic flame adorns the Egg as a light to peace and goodwill. The symbol of Atlanta is found in the Phoenix rising. The surprise is the sterling arena where all the athletes come together, inset is the likeness of the 1896 winner's medal a symbol of excellence and achievement.Provenance: From the Estate of Mrs. Charlotte Topping Smith of Atlanta, Georgia.
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