SWEDISH SILVER TANKARD,17th century; AG maker's mark. Cylindrical; the scrolling foliate repoussé body and hinged cover inset with four silver coins representing Swedish monarchs - Gustav I, Eric XIV, John III and Sigmund; the rim inscribed "Jacob Nielsen Biering - Karen Mar** Reinholts - Daaler 16*9"; lion and ball capped handle and feet. - 37 oz., 4 dwt.; 7 1/2 in. high. Estimate $3,000-5,000
PROVENANCE: Estate of Benjamin W. King.
In overall good condition. The interior with rubbed gilding. The silver coins with small surface nicks. The interior rim of the cover with some warping. There are no obvious dents. There are no splits or repairs. With later repoussé decoration. Rubbed marks on the underside may be partial maker's marks. The discs under the lion feet were added later. The coins are visible on both sides.
