A GEORGE III SILVER-GILT MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL TEA-CADDY
Of oval form, engraved heraldic arms to the cartouche, single lidded foiled interior and an associated gilt-metal agate caddy spoon, 12cm wide; 13cm high
| Estimate: |
£500 - £800
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Hammer price:
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£4,500 |
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.
Condition report:
The hinged lid doesn’t sit flush to the base.
The ripple moulding and other mounts are rubbed with some gilding removed and other areas tarnished.
Residue cleaning material in some recesses.
The internal lid is no longer supported, blocks lost and lid probably warped.
Much of the foil lost and flaking as to be expected.
A few minor scuffs and scratches, small crack to the lid, as to be expected with age and use.
Dirt and dust.
