A George III silver pedestal cream jug by Hester Bateman.
A George III silver pedestal cream jug by Hester Bateman, with wavy rim and foliate capped scroll handle to a plain baluster body, monogram engraved and raised on a circular foot with beaded rim. Hallmarked London 1776. Height including handle measuring 4 1/2 inches (11.5 cm), weight 2.41 ozt (75 grams). The jug displays some general tarnishing and expected surface wear, marks and scratches commensurate with age and use. Many small surface dints and bumps, especially noticeable around the bulbous part of the body. In some areas the surface feels very lumpy and of uneven tone, indicating possible repairs? A couple of minor knocks to the handle and also to the foot rim. Hallmarks are located just below the rim. Some rubbing, especially to maker's mark, but still legible.
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A George III silver pedestal cream jug by Hester Bateman, with wavy rim and foliate capped scroll handle to a plain baluster body, monogram engraved and raised on a circular foot with beaded rim. Hallmarked London 1776. Height including handle measuring 4 1/2 inches (11.5 cm), weight 2.41 ozt (75 grams). The jug displays some general tarnishing and expected surface wear, marks and scratches commensurate with age and use. Many small surface dints and bumps, especially noticeable around the bulbous part of the body. In some areas the surface feels very lumpy and of uneven tone, indicating possible repairs? A couple of minor knocks to the handle and also to the foot rim. Hallmarks are located just below the rim. Some rubbing, especially to maker's mark, but still legible.
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