Silver, Glass, Ceramics

June 10, 2008

LOT 118

Lot 118

George III Silver Inkstand, John & Thomas Settle, Sheffield, 1816

George III Silver Inkstand, John & Thomas Settle, Sheffield, 1816
Lot 118 Details
George III Silver Inkstand, John & Thomas Settle, Sheffield, 1816

length 11.3" — 28.7 cm.
29.4 oz. — 913 grams

Estimate $700-$1,000

Realised: $2,040
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Inscription dated 1867; missing extinguisher; good marks throughout; one well cap stuck to glass, otherwise in good condition

LOT 118
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.