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LOT 8

Lot 8

Pair of George III Silver Covered Sauce Tureens, Benjamin Smith II, London, 1818

Pair of George III Silver Covered Sauce Tureens, Benjamin Smith II, London, 1818
Lot 8 Details
Pair of George III Silver Covered Sauce Tureens, Benjamin Smith II, London, 1818

of oval bellied form with moulded foliate scroll handles and egg and dart borders, each raised on four paw feet
length 8.1 in — 20.5 cm
50.3 oz. — 1566 grams

Estimate $1,500-$2,000

Realised: $5,700
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with crests, cartouches enclosing lions passant and the motto ‘FAITHFUL AND BRAVE’; also engraved under the bellies and inside the covers with security numerals; one cover is a tight fit (mismatched from a set of four); substantially in good condition; well marked under the bellies, on the finial handles and on the cover flanges

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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