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Lot 159
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A Georgian Scottish Silver Quaich and Hot Water Jug, Edinburgh, 1715/1777

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • silver
  • height 11 1/2 in.
  • 31.7cm
the first of typical form with lug handles and rim foot, Alexander Kincaid, Assay Master Edward Penman; the second of bright-cut vase form engraved with crest and motto, Alexander Gairdner.  Together with a sauce boat, bearing spurious marks for James Weems, Edinburgh, circa 1760, modern; 3 pieces

Condition

the first with bright surface, second with repair to hinge
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