19th Sep, 2020 10:00 GMT/BST

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
Lot 2036
 

2036

Twelve George III and William IV Silver Dessert-Forks; Six by Solomon Hougham, Solomon Royes...

Twelve George III and William IV Silver Dessert-Forks; Six by Solomon Hougham, Solomon Royes and John East Dix, London, 1817 and Six by William Eaton, London, 1830, Fiddle pattern, engraved with initials, 15oz 14dwt (12)

Sold for £240
Estimated at £150 - £250


 

. Each marked on back of handle. The marks are generally clear, thought the maker's mark on the William Eaton forks is badly stuck or lacking on some. There is overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There is some wear to the tines. The initials are apparently 'MW'.

 


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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 19th Sep, 2020

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