Description:
Four George III Sterling Silver Salts, London, 1775-76, Robert Hennell, maker, each ovoid with a reticulated frame centering an engraved medallion, with an inset cobalt liner, raised on four claw-and-ball feet, lg. 3 1/4 in.; together with four salt spoons with shell-form bowls, each London, 1791-92, two Peter & Ann Bateman, two: Samuel Godbehere & Edward Wigan; approx. 6.0 total troy oz.
Estimate $300-500
All with repairs and metal fatigue where feet join frame. One with metal fatigue to pierce work. Another with glass liner in pieces. Salts and spoons with age-typical usage wear.
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