Lot 9
A George III silver argyle.
Description
Condition Report
A George III silver argyle, of pedestal vase form with engraved stag crest to one side, the removable domed lid with ball finial and opening to reveal a cylindrical hot water compartment to the interior with a further lid conforming in design, the whole with curved spout, ebonised handle and reeded foot rim. Hallmarked London 1785, maker's mark partly distorted but likely 'I.S' and tentatively attributed to John Schofield. Maximum height including finial measures 6 1/2 inches (16.5 cm), gross weight 13.3 ozt (413.7 grams).
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Purchasing information-
The argyle displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. Some minor dints and bumps and possible solder repairs to some areas. Loss of surface detail to the engraved crest as it is quite worn. The removable lids appear to fit quite well and both are struck with the lion passant mark to the flange. The top of the ball finial on the smaller lid is flattened. The main hallmarks are located to the foot rim and are quite rubbed and partly distorted.
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