George III Sterling Silver Coffeepot

Description:

George III Sterling Silver Coffeepot, London, 1760-61, maker's mark "W._," baluster-form with acanthus-capped handle and chased floral decoration to body, engraved crest to one side, ht. 9 3/8 in., approx. 24.5 troy oz.

Provenance: The Estate of Hugh Trumbull Adams, to benefit the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation Collections Acquisitions Fund.
Estimate $600-800

Handle later, chasing to body possibly later. Insulators replaced. Light surface wear. Lacquered.


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