13th Jan, 2024 9:30 GMT/BST
Jewellery, Watches & Silver
2201
A George III Irish Silver Wine-Funnel and Stand
by William Thompson, Dublin, 1796
oval and with reeded rim, with shaped clip, the funnel and stand each engraved with the badge of the Caithness Legion within thistles
the funnel 14.5cm high, the stand 12.2cm wide, total weight 6oz 1dwt, 189gr (2)
The Caithness Legion were founded by Sir Benjamin Dunbar in 1794. While originating in Caithness, the legion was sent to Ireland where they remained until 1802 and presumably they commissioned the present funnel while there. For a table-spoon by James Erskine of Aberdeen, circa 1800, also engraved with the badge of the Caithness Legion see lot 2225.
Sold for £1,100
Estimated at £300 - £500
The funnel and stand each fully marked. There is some wear to the marks but each is in general legible. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The surface is somewhat bright.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 13th Jan, 2024
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