07-18-201507-18-2015
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2835BBoston
July 18, 2015 10:00 AMCalender
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Tiffany & Co. Silver-gilt Presentation Cigar Box

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$861$700
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2835BLocation: BostonDate / Time: July 19, 2015 10:00AM

Description:

Tiffany & Co. Silver-gilt Presentation Cigar Box, New York, c. 1976, book-form, engraved to the front cover "WE/P/Embassy of the/United States of America," the interior engraved "To Eleanor and Bill in affection and gratitude for an unforgettable visit. Love, Jake/Jiddah 1976," ht. 7 7/8 in., approx. 34.8 troy oz.

N.B. William (Bill) Porter was appointed the first United States ambassador to Algeria by John F. Kennedy. He served in this position from 1962-65.
Estimate $1,000-1,500


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Keywords

United States, Tiffany & Co., N.B. William (Bill) Porter, Algeria, John F. Kennedy