A Pair of George III Silver Meat Platters, Thomas Heming, London, 1769

shaped oval with applied gadrooned rim, the borders engraved with contemporary arms and supporters under an earl's coronet

The arms are those of Tufton impaling Sackville for Sackville, 8th Earl of Thanet (1733-86) and his wife Mary, sister of John Frederick, 3rd Duke of Dorset, whom he married in 1767.

heavy scratching to centers and overall wear, especially to engraved arms, one with ding belwo border near arms but not through, otherwise good condition, clear marks
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 Thanet Dinner Service by Paul de Lamerie was sold Sotheby's, London, 22 November 1984.