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George II silver pepper/spice/pounce pot
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Lot 51
Full Lot Description
A George II silver pepper/spice or pounce pot, of cylindrical form with detachable pierced bun shape cover. Hallmarked Samuel Herbert, London 1749 (lid not marked). Height 6.5cm, weight 1.35ozt (42.2g).
Dimensions: 6.5cm
Era: 18th Century
Metal fineness: Sterling silver
Postage: Postable
Date: 1749
Weight: 42.2
Total lot weight: 42.2
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- In fairly tired and dirty overall condition
- With some heavy tarnishing, blackening, and residues of dried polish
- Surface marks and scratches and visible seams
- Some possible solder repairs
- Slight bash around base rim
- Hallmarks located to base, a little rubbed but still legible
- Lid is a good fit, it is not marked but testing around 92% to 93% Ag
- Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns
- Fellows does not guarantee the standard of silver unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible
- Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition
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