Rare early George III Silver Wine Label 'Calcavalla' Misspelling
Hester Bateman, London c1765
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A rare early George III 18th century silver Wine Label of unusual shaped rectangular form with feather edge and scroll border in the form of drapes, a peak at the centre, incised for Calcavalla (a misspelling of Calcavella, a sweet wine from Portugal).
By Hester Bateman, London c1765.
An example for White Wine is illustrated in 'Hester Bateman' by David S. Shure, plate XLI (see attached).
£395.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair, a second maker's mark possibly overstruck with lion passant mark.
Dimensions
H
32 mm
(1.26 inches)
W
54 mm
(2.13 inches)
Weight
13.40 Grams
(0.43 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
JS060825A
Medium
Silver
