Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Ewer

Description:

Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Ewer, Glasgow, 1876-77, maker's mark "JR," possibly for James Reid, tapering form with architectural finial, zodiac motifs throughout, and a single monogrammed cartouche, ht. 9 3/4 in., approx. 27.0 troy oz.
Estimate $800-1,200

With light surface wear throughout, some minor rubbed loss to detail. A few very minor (unobtrusive) dents along foot rim (still sits well),otherwise in good overall condition.


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