A large Victorian silver-gilt tankard, Hunt & Roskell, London, 1880

hinged cover, male and female figural finial, squirrel thumbpiece, the foot rim engraved with a later presentation inscription dated 1896, stamped 'HUNT & ROSKELL LATE STORR & MORTIMER'

Marks and condition excellent aside from one small area of scratching about 1" long on the edge of the cover, Hunt & Roskell stamp along the edge of the foot, nice heavy gauge
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

The foot rim inscribed 'This Tankard with three other pieces of plate, was presented to Henry Cosmo Orme Bonsor, Esq: M.P by the Subscribers in grateful acknowledgment of many important services rendered to all classes of this brothers in trade during. A period of stress and difficulty, whilst firmly and successfully insisting on the justice of their claims he always acted with moderation and a due sense of public interests. January. 29th 1896.'