Two Pairs of George III Sterling Silver Salt Cellars

Description:

Two Pairs of George III Sterling Silver Salt Cellars, each London, early 19th century, with cobalt glass liners and reticulated frames with engraved monogram, two by William Abdy and two by Peter, Ann, & William Bateman; approx. 5.3 troy oz. total (not including liners).
Estimate $200-400

Bateman pair each with scattered minor dents (and one with split) to interior edge that the base of the glass salt sits in, each wobble slightly. All cobalt liners with scattered nicked losses to edge. One Abdy glass liner with larger chipper loss to bubble on the interior. All with usage wear.


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