Lot 42
A pair of George III silver open salts.
Description
Condition Report
A pair of George III silver open salts, the oval bodies with reeded rims and scroll terminals standing on oval conforming base. Hallmarked Samuel Meriton II, London 1791. Height measuring 2 3/8 inches (6 cm), weight 5 ozt (161 grams).
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Purchasing information-
The lot displays general scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. Minor dints and bumps. Solder visible to the underside joins of terminals. Significant wear to the gilt interiors. The salts slightly differ in height. Hallmarks clear and legible.