8th Apr, 2021 10:30
The Silver Auction
A PAIR OF GEORGE III SILVER CANDLE SNUFFER SCISSORS AND STAND
PAIR OF GEORGE III SILVER CANDLE SNUFFER SCISSORS AND STAND,
maker Emes & Barnard, London circa 1810-19, the scissors with shell cast handles within gadrooned borders, on three peg feet, the oblong stand with twin shell and foliate cast handles and gadrooned borders, central initial engraved cartouche, the tray 25.1cm wide, 395g gross
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Sold for £750
Estimated at £200 - £250
Condition Report
- Good condition overall, each with some signs of wear consistent with age including scratches and sections of tarnishing/discolouration.
- The snuffer scissor blade appears to function as intended, raising as scissors close then snapping down.
- Only the stand has full hallmarks, the scissors have maker and standard mark
- Additional photographs added
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