Silver, Glass

December 11, 2007

LOT 125

Lot 125

Pair of George III Silver Covered Condiment Vases, John Wakelin & William Taylor, London, 1777

Pair of George III Silver Covered Condiment Vases, John Wakelin & William Taylor, London, 1777
Lot 125 Details
Pair of George III Silver Covered Condiment Vases, John Wakelin & William Taylor, London, 1777

height 6.5" — 16.5 cm.
14.6 oz. — 454 grams

Estimate $700-$1,000

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

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with armorials, motto Ne Supra Modem Saperi and crested; marks on base rims and rims of covers are okay; condition is good, though engraving and other details a little more worn on one than on the other

LOT 125
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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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