17th Sep, 2022 9:30 GMT/BST

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
Lot 2192
 

2192

A George III Silver Lemon-Strainer
by Samuel Herbert and Co., London, 1764

the bowl pierced circular and with reeded rim, with openwork scroll handle, engraved with initials

14.3cm wide over handle, 2oz 13dwt, 83gr

Sold for £250
Estimated at £120 - £180


 

Fully marked inside bowl. The handle marked with lion passant only. The marks are generally clear, though the lion passant on the handle is only half struck. There is some surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The initials are probably 'BLH'.

 


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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 17th Sep, 2022

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