22nd May, 2021 9:30 GMT/BST

Jewellery, Watches & Silver

 
  Lot 2186
 

2186

A George II Silver Cup, by Benjamin Cartwright, London, 1752, inverted bell-shaped and on spreading

A George II Silver Cup, by Benjamin Cartwright, London, 1752, inverted bell-shaped and on spreading foot, with central reeded band and two scroll handles, one handle engraved with initials, 12cm high, 10oz 1dwt, 314gr

Sold for £250
Estimated at £300 - £500


 

. Fully marked near rim and marked with maker's mark only on handles. There is some wear to the marks. There is overall surface scratching and wear as well some bruising. There have been some repairs to the reeded band on each side. This has caused areas of broken fire in areas. The foot is bruised so that the cup rocks when placed on a flat surface.

 


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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 22nd May, 2021

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