Wednesday 25 September 2024
Four pairs of George II and later silver sugar nips. Various dates and makers. The group...
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Description
Four pairs of George II and later silver sugar nips.
Various dates and makers.
The group comprising: a pair with engraved decoration to arms, London, c.1750, Henry Plumpton, the hinge engraved with the initials GR, 12.2cm long; a George II pair by John Gorham, engraved 1758 and with the initials MB to hinge,11.6cm long; an early 20th century reproduction pair by Maurice Freeman, 12.3cm long; and a George II pair with indistinct marks, c.1755, engraved BP to hinge, 12.1cm long, total weight approx. 4.5ozt (4)
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