An assembled group of nine Georgian and later silver and silver-gilt tapersticks

comprising: a pair of George II silver sticks with double crested wells, John Cafe, London, 1744, a larger George II silver stick with detachable nozzle, Ebenezer Coker, London, 1757, four American silver-gilt sticks, Tiffany & Co., New York, 20th century, and a pair of American silver sticks, William G. DeMatteo, Colonial Williamsburg, 20th century

the crested pair with some softening to crests, the set of four with gilding rubbed at high spots, overall good condition
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.