Sold for:
$450
$450
GEORGE III STERLING SILVER OPEN SALTS, INCLUDING ROBERT HENNELL, LONDON, 18TH C. , TWO PAIRS, DIA 2":Including a pair with gold wash interiors, hallmarks include a crowned leopard, lion passant, date letter "R" (1772-1773), and maker's mark "RH" enclosed for Robert Hennell, remnants of an engraved crest, H.1 1/2", Dia.2 1/2" (2.66 troy oz.); and another pair, hallmarks include a crowned leopard, lion passant, date letter "i" (1784-1785), and a rubbed maker's mark, H.1 1/2", Dia.2 1/2" (2.83 troy oz.). Four open salts total, each having a round bowl with beaded rim, raised on three feet.
Auctioneer:
Dumouchelle Art Galleries
Date:
2008-11-15
