19th Sep, 2020 10:00 GMT/BST

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
Lot 2039
 

2039

A George I Silver Miniature Toy Teapot, Maker's Mark IS, Probably London, Circa 1720, globular...

A George I Silver Miniature Toy Teapot, Maker's Mark IS, Probably London, Circa 1720, globular and on collet foot, with tapering spout and pull-off cover, with overhead part-turned wood handle, 7.5cm high, gross weight 1oz 10dwt

Sold for £280
Estimated at £300 - £500


 

. Marked under base with maker's mark only three times. There is some wear to the marks. There is some overall surface scratching and wear as well as some bruising. The handles are riveted together and one rivet on one side has become detached.

 


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

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