Lot 116
A George III silver wax jack, the pierced hexagonal base raised on three paw feet and extending...
Monday 21 September 2015 | 10:00 | Lots: 489
Lot 116
A George III silver wax jack.
Lot 116
Lot Description
A George III silver wax jack, the pierced hexagonal base raised on three paw feet and extending to a scrolling foliate capped handle and rising to the central column terminating with a scissor action holder. Hallmarked London 1765, maker's mark indistinct. Height measuring 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm), weight 6.4 ozt (200 grams).
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The lot displays general scratches, marks wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. Solder visible to the underside but probably as made. Scissor action in good working order, the two halves don't meet 100% flush. A little general rubbing with loss of definition. Main column or stem slightly bent. Hallmarks to the underside are clear in the most part, although the piercing has cut them off in parts. Maker's mark distorted. Rubbed date letter only to the scissor holder handle.
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