17th Jul, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST

Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
Lot 2020
 

2020

A George III Silver Tankard, by William and James Priest, London, 1766, baluster and on...

A George III Silver Tankard, by William and James Priest, London, 1766, baluster and on spreading foot, the hinged domed cover with openwork thumbpiece, with scroll handle, 19.5cm high, 25oz 10dwt, 794gr

Sold for £1,000
Estimated at £600 - £800


 

. Fully marked underneath and inside cover. There is some wear to the marks, though they are generally still legible. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There are some bruises, the most obvious of which is to the foot which causes the tankard to rock when placed on a flat surface. The bottom handle junction has been repaired.

 


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Auction: Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 17th Jul, 2021

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