Silver, Glass, Ceramics

June 10, 2008

LOT 119

Lot 119

George III Silver Tankard, John Swift, London, 1762

George III Silver Tankard, John Swift, London, 1762
Lot 119 Details
George III Silver Tankard, John Swift, London, 1762

height 7.8" — 19.7 cm.
26.3 oz. — 817 grams

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $1,920
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Repair to cover; has had an added spout at some time, which has been removed; good marks under base and inside cover, though maker’s mark is not as elaborate as in Grimwade and is double-struck under base

LOT 119
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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.