Lot 21
An early George III silver pepper caster.
Description
Condition Report
An early George III silver pepper caster, of typical baluster form to a footed base, the removable lid with simple drilled holes against diaper pattern panels. Hallmarked London 1764, maker's mark damaged but probably Robert Peaston. Height to finial measuring 4 3/4 inches (12 cm), weight 2.78 ozt (86.4 grams).
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Purchasing information-
The caster displays some tarnishing and general surface wear, marks and scratches commensurate with age and use. A few minor surface dints and bumps and edge The lid appears to be a good fit. The finial appears to have a slight lean. Hallmarks are located to the underside of the base and are mostly legible, however there is a small hole through the centre of the maker's mark. Also engraved initials 'E' over 'W E' to reverse of foot rim edge. The lid appears to bear maker's mark only and this is only part visible as is cut of at the edge.