A George IV Silver Teapot by Benjamin Smith, London, 1822
globular and on spreading foot, the sides fluted and below foliage and flower chased band, each side with a circular cartouche, one engraved with a coat-of-arms, the other engraved with two crests, the hinged cover part-fluted and with acorn finial 22.5cm wide over handle, gross weight 16oz 10dwt, 513gr
Fully marked underneath and further part marked inside cover. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the high points and the engraving. The wood handle is possibly replaced.
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globular and on spreading foot, the sides fluted and below foliage and flower chased band, each side with a circular cartouche, one engraved with a coat-of-arms, the other engraved with two crests, the hinged cover part-fluted and with acorn finial 22.5cm wide over handle, gross weight 16oz 10dwt, 513gr
Fully marked underneath and further part marked inside cover. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the high points and the engraving. The wood handle is possibly replaced.
