A GEORGE III SILVER TEA URN, BENJAMIN AND JAMES SMITH, LONDON 1810

the ovoid body engraved with armorial above a continuous band of anthemion, the cover with serpent finial with palmette borders, the double ivory scroll handles terminating in writhing serpents, the handle of spout in the form of a serpent with an ivory ball in its mouth, the spout terminating in a griffin head, on circular support resting on an octagonal platform with four scroll and paw feet

Sotheby's London, 14 December, 1989

overall condition good, ivory handles have numerous hairlines, minor surface abrasions consistent with age, fully hallmarked
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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The arms are those of Baring impaling Bingham for Alexander Baring (1774 - 1848), President of the Board of Trade and Master of the Mint 1835. In 1798 he married Anne Louisa, eldest daughter of William Bingham of Philadelphia, US Senator. He was crested Baron Ashburton of Ashburton, Devon in 1835. He was privy councillor, trustee of the British Museum and Doctor of Civil Law, Oxford