Scottish Silver from the Lindsay Collection

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November 05, 2026 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 118

Lot 118

George III Scottish Silver Large Kitchen Pepper, Daniel Ker, Edinburgh, 1764

George III Scottish Silver Large Kitchen Pepper, Daniel Ker, Edinburgh, 1764
Lot 118 Details
George III Scottish Silver Large Kitchen Pepper, Daniel Ker, Edinburgh, 1764

height 3.5 in — 8.9 cm
4.5 oz. — 140 grams

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $3,000
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George III Scottish Silver Large Kitchen Pepper, Daniel Ker, Edinburgh, 1764
  • George III Scottish Silver Large Kitchen Pepper, Daniel Ker, Edinburgh, 1764
  • George III Scottish Silver Large Kitchen Pepper, Daniel Ker, Edinburgh, 1764
  • George III Scottish Silver Large Kitchen Pepper, Daniel Ker, Edinburgh, 1764
Provenance:

R.L. Christie, Edinburgh, 2014

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved on the front with a crest and motto 'TOUCH NOT THE CAT BUT A GLOVE'; minor solder repair at the base; some wear; otherwise in substantially good condition; well marked under the base (date letter K may possibly be read as R, in which case the date would be 1771)

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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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