Description:
George III Reticulated Silver Basket, London, 1775-76, maker's mark "PF," possibly for Philip Freeman, with a leaf and berry border, raised on a reticulated foot, wd. 12 1/2 in., approx. 17.9 troy oz.
Estimate $300-500
Extensive repairs to reticulated body. Body bent slightly in some areas.
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