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DESCRIPTION

Georgian silver cauldron salt with a gilded interior and three hoof feet. The gilding protects the silver from corrosive action by the salt and negates the need for a glass liner. This item is safe for food use.

SILVERSMITH

Hester Bateman

DATE or HALLMARK

1779

ASSAY OFFICE

London

WEIGHT in GRAMS

37

SIZE in INCHES

length: 2 3/8

width: 2 3/8

height: 1 1/4

SILVER STANDARD

.925 sterling silver

OVERALL CONDITION

excellent, no repairs, monograms or erasures.

FAULTS

Three original casting flaws showing as two pin like pricks to one thigh and one beneath the rim. All pictured below.
Back Price £195 sold Item Number: M1582 several