Day 1: American, Southern & Modern Works
Fri, Jan 15, 2016 05:00PM EST - Sun, Jan 17, 2016 05:00PM EST
Live Auction
Lot 100
Charleston Fireman Coin Silver Salver
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
American, 1857, round with bead border, three scroll feet, engraved floor, marks for marker Cann & Dunn (New York City, working 1855-1857) and retailer Hayden & Whilden (Charleston, South Carolina, working 1855-1863), inscribed "To/C P. Aimar/From/V. F. E. Co./July 3, 1857", 6.7 oz. T., 6-3/8 in., light scratches. Notes: Charles Pons Aimar (1826–1905, Charleston, SC) was the principal of G. W. Aimar and Company, a very successful pharmaceutical firm at the corner of Vanderhorst and King Streets for many years. He was an influential and prosperous resident of Charleston.
Aimar was a member of Charleston’s volunteer Vigilant Fire Company, serving in various capacities over the years from their location at 46 State Street. Vigilant moved to number 33 State Street in 1849 and ceased operations in 1882 when the city of Charleston took over their responsibilities. Both buildings still stand.. Provenance: Estate of Mary Ritchie Simmons Tutterow, by descent in the Aimar and Simmons Families, Charleston, South Carolina
light scratches
