Lot 3231
  • 3231

An American Silver Cann, Benjamin Burt, Boston, circa 1770

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • marked BENJAMIN BURT in shaped punch and with scratch weight 14=3 oz
  • Silver
  • height 5 3/4 in.
  • 14.6cm
of baluster form with molded base and rim, leaf capped double-scroll handle

Condition

lower handle terminal slightly pushed in, some light scratches to sides
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