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Lot #598: Framed Commemorative Illuminated Address – McGill Normal School, Montreal (1893)

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Highly decorative 19th-century illuminated address presented to the Principal of the McGill Normal School, Montreal, dated February 24, 1893. This richly detailed document features elaborate Gothic-style calligraphy, ornamental borders, heraldic motifs, and a small architectural vignette at the lower left. The address is professionally framed in a period wood frame with visible age-appropriate wear to the frame and backing. The document itself appears intact and legible, with strong colour and ornate detailing typical of late Victorian ceremonial presentations. A striking historical and decorative piece connected to Canadian educational history. Condition: • Document appears well preserved for age • Frame shows wear, surface losses, and patina consistent with age • Backing is wood panel construction (see photos) Pickup category timeslot {D}

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Mon, January 12 2026 Category A: 12:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Category B: 02:15 PM - 05:00 PM
Category C: 05:00 PM - 05:15 PM

Day 2 Tuesday Jan 13th
Category A: 01:00 PM - 02:15 PM
Category B: 02:15 PM - 05:15 PM
Category C: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Day 3 Wednesday Jan 14th
Category A: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Category B: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Category C: 02:00 PM - 03:00PM
Category D: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Pickup Location:  1/2 Wellesley Street East, Toronto, ON, M4X 1H2 View Map (opens in new window)


Bidding Starts:

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10:00:00 PM UTC

Bidding Ends:

Sunday, January 11, 2026 between 1:00:00 AM and 2:47:00 AM UTC

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