12th Nov, 2022 9:30 GMT/BST

Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
  Lot 2005
 

2005

A George II Silver Snuffer-Stand
by John Cafe, London, 1751

shaped oblong and on four fluted feet, with foliage cast border and scroll handle, engraved with a crest, further engraved underneath with an inscription
19cm wide, 11oz 7dwt, 353gr

The inscription reads 'The Gift of Mrs Eliz. Bettesworth to Mr Love in Memory of his great care of her Husband in his last illness'.

Sold for £300
Estimated at £300 - £500


 

Fully marked underneath. The marks are generally clear. There is some surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There are some small areas of pitting. The feet and handle have possibly been reattached to the body. Rocks slightly when placed on a flat surface.

 


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Auction: Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 12th Nov, 2022

Fine Jewellery, Watches and Silver Sales are held three times a year, coinciding with the Fine Sales. They offer the top tier of consignments, focusing on important diamonds, fine period and designer jewellery, the most desirable vintage and modern luxury watches by top makers and fine pieces of period silver.

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