Lot 13
A George III silver toast rack, London 1817.
Description
Condition Report
A George III silver toast rack, of seven bar double arch form with central ring handle, the oblong openwork base with applied foliate, shell and gadroon rim and raised on four corner paw feet, with twin-opposed engraved family crests depicting three arrows spearing a fish. Hallmarked J E Terrey & Co (John Edward Terry), London 1817. Length of base measures 7 1/2 inches (19 cm), weight 19.31 ozt (600.5 grams).
Please note: When placing absentee bids, your bids will be rounded up to the nearest bid increment. For more information click the 'Important Notices for Purchasers' button above.
Purchasing information-
The toast rack displays general surface scratches, marks and wear commensurate with the age and use. Some quite heavy tarnishing and would benefit from a polish. Several repairs at the joins of the bars to the base and there are also some further breaks. Also possible repairs to joins of handle. Engraved crests are quite worn. The hallmarks are clear and legible, also with crudely stippled initials 'N(?) K M'.