A George III Silver Rectangular Tea Tray, maker's mark TR in rectangle, London, 1796

with applied reeded rim and with reeded loop handles issuing from leaves, the surface later engraved with a border of scrolling foliage and flowers, the center with arms surrounded by drapery swags, raised on conforming bracket feet, underside with presentation inscription

The later arms are those of Boyd.

as ntoed re later engraveing, otherwise good
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

The presentation inscription on the underside reads: "Presented to Edward Fenwick Boyd by the Consett Iron Co. June 1888. David Dale Chaitman.  The gift of E. Y. Boyd of Moor House Co. Durham to his Son George Fenwick Boyd July 1888 to be handed down as an heirloom."