George III Sterling Silver Covered Cup

Description:

George III Sterling Silver Covered Cup, London, 1770-71, maker's mark partially rubbed "_W," with a pinecone finial and gadrooned body, ht. 13 1/2 in., approx. 58.3 troy oz., together with a later wooden plinth with engraved presentation plaque dated 1965.
Estimate $500-700

In good overall condition with only light surface wear, few nicked abrasions to handles. Stand with cracks, nicked losses, and restorations to veneer.


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