A George III silver hot water urn by David Whyte & William Holmes
A George III silver hot water urn by David Whyte & William Holmes, London 1765, with a cone finial to the cover, twin loop foliate handles, engraved with an armorial, above a burner, the unmarked base with a waisted and pierced stem, gadrooned borders and on four ball and claw feet, 2701g (86.83 oz)
Condition Report:
The cover with worn sterling mark
Body with full marks to the base
Burner with full marks, maker's mark obscured
Base appears to be unmarked, tests as silver
Cover sits with slight gap
Engraving is crisp
Stands well
Light scratches and wear commensurate with age and use Condition Report Disclaimer
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A George III silver hot water urn by David Whyte & William Holmes, London 1765, with a cone finial to the cover, twin loop foliate handles, engraved with an armorial, above a burner, the unmarked base with a waisted and pierced stem, gadrooned borders and on four ball and claw feet, 2701g (86.83 oz)
Condition Report:
The cover with worn sterling mark
Body with full marks to the base
Burner with full marks, maker's mark obscured
Base appears to be unmarked, tests as silver
Cover sits with slight gap
Engraving is crisp
Stands well
Light scratches and wear commensurate with age and use Condition Report Disclaimer