Lot 251
  • 251

A George III silver argyle, Thomas Heming, London, circa 1770

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • silver, wood
  • height 5 1/8 in.
  • 13 cm
cylindrical with gadroon borders, sea serpent crest, raffia-wrapped handle, marked on body and cover with maker and lion passant only.

Condition

side and spout with numerous dings throughout, cover with a few dings, short spout pushed in slightly, otherwise good
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