Pair of Sterling Silver Petal-base Candlesticks

Description:

Pair of Sterling Silver Petal-base Candlesticks, George Methuen, London, 1747, with detachable bobeches and engraved crest on the bases, hallmarks on the base, ht. 8 in., approx. 36.5 troy oz.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

Scattered pinprick dents and abrasions to bases of each. One base with focused area of abrasions to underside, but no evidence of restoration to corresponding area to base. Otherwise with age-typical minor nicks and wear.