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Fine George III Presentation Silver Gilt Punch Ladle
GEORGE MCHATTIE, EDINBURGH
1819
A very fine quality George III Presentation silver gilt Punch Ladle, the oval bowl with an everted gadrooned rim and chased with flowers, foliage and grapes on a matt background, the similarly ornate handle chased with scrolls and acanthus leaves with a leaf capped curled terminal, an oval cartouche surrounded by scrolls and engraved "LUCIFER".
By George McHattie, Edinburgh 1819.
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Price
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£3250.00
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| Condition |
In good condition with no damage or repair. |
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Height
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395
mm
(15.55 inches)
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Width
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90
mm
(3.54 inches)
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| Weight |
233.00
Grams
(7.49 troy ounces)
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| Country |
Scotland |
| Stock Code |
008099E |
| Medium |
Silver |
| Provenance |
Although the presentation of this ladle still remains unknown it would seem likely that it was possibly a sporting prize for Greyhound coursing or horse racing. Other similar ladles for such presentations have been noted but are rare.
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