01-12-201701-13-2017
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2975BBoston
January 12, 2017 04:00 PMCalender
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George I Sterling Silver Tankard

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$1,845$1,500
Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2975BLocation: BostonDate / Time: January 12, 2017 4:00PM

Description:

George I Sterling Silver Tankard, London, England, 1726-27, handle and body marked for William Fawdery, lid marked for Gabriel Sleath, the dome top lid with scrolled thumbpiece on a cylindrical, spreading body with engraved armorial to body and monogram to underside, ht. 8 in., approx. 33.0 troy oz.
Estimate $1,500-2,500

Hinge with restoration to joints, armorial probably re-engraved (silver surface still strong, light pitting along edge),scattered minor pin-prick dents/surface wear.


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Keywords

William Fawdery, London, United Kingdom