Lot 56
A Victorian silver spirit kettle, the bulbous form partly embossed, engraved crest and scroll...
Monday 16 June 2014 | 10:00 | Lots: 458
Lot 56
A Victorian silver spirit kettle.
Lot 56
Lot Description
A Victorian silver spirit kettle, the bulbous form partly embossed, engraved crest and scroll mounted fixed ebonised handle, standing on a triform base terminating on shell feet and detachable burner with conforming crest. Hallmarked Hukin & Heath (John Thomas Heath & John Hartshorne Middleton), Birmingham 1890. Maximum height 12 inches (30.5 cm), gross weight 48.7 ozt (1516 grams).
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The lot displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. Would benefit from a clean and polish. The wooden part of the finial is worn and at fault. A number of dents. Components deficient to the burner and missing handle. Hallmarks overall clear and legible.
Please login to request a condition report or ask more questions.