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Silver, Objects of Vertu and Jewelry at Stair

Wed, Jul 29, 2020 11:00AM EDT
Lot 102

George III Silver-Gilt Tea Urn

Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$200 $50
$500 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000

Mark of Daniel Smith & Robert Sharp, London, 1764; engraved with two heraldic devices, one with motto 'Virtutem Antepono et Honorem'.

19 3/4 in. high, 89 oz. approx. gross weight.

Condition

Minor wear and overall loss to the gilding. A few very minor bruises to the flange of cover and mouth. The urn fits slightly loosely on base and sits slightly off center, lacking handle, otherwise in good condition.Not withstanding this report or any discussion concerning condition of a lot, all lots are offered and sold "as is" in accordance with our conditions of sale.