16th Dec, 2021 10:30
The Silver Auction
AN IMPRESSIVE GEORGE III SILVER TANKARD
IMPRESSIVE GEORGE III SILVER TANKARD,
maker's mark IC possibly for John Carter, London 1776, of good gauge and size, the lid with armorial featuring four martlets and chevron beneath lion's head within wheatsheaf border, with pierced thumbpiece, the C-scroll handle also engraved with wheatsheaves, the tapered body with two reeded bands, 18cm high, approx 913g
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Sold for £1,400
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
Condition Report
Lid somewhat loose with some lateral movement; some slight rubbing to engraved detail; some scratches, nicks and slight knocks to body but no other notable issues, additional images available
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