Silver, Glass

June 16, 2010

LOT 294

Lot 294

Pair of George IV Silver Candlesticks, John Settle & Henry Williamson, Sheffield, 1829

Pair of George IV Silver Candlesticks, John Settle & Henry Williamson, Sheffield, 1829
Lot 294 Details
Pair of George IV Silver Candlesticks, John Settle & Henry Williamson, Sheffield, 1829

height 9" — 22.8 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $660
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

Inscriptions read: With best wishes from Admiral of the Fleet Earl Beatty. Sept. 9. 1921
Admiral of the Fleet David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty, GCB, OM, GCVO, DSO (1871–1936) achieved career success at an early age, commanding the British battlecruisers at the Battle of Jutland in 1916; perhaps best remembered today for his comment, upon the sinking of two of his battlecruisers, that "there is something wrong with our bloody ships today". In the 1920's he served a lengthy term as First Sea Lord (head of the Royal Navy).

CONDITION DETAILS

A few minor dents and holes at high points; both nozzles are bent (one fast); filling in bases are loose; each engraved with crest and inscription around base of stem; good marks on edge of base and nozzle

LOT 294
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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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