Y An Edwardian silver Armada pattern claret jug by Martin

Y An Edwardian silver Armada pattern claret jug by Martin, Hall & Co., Sheffield 1905, of typical form, with an open scrollwork finial to the cover opening with a trigger action within the high loop handle with ivory spacers, the body with a leopard head in relief, winged figures in semi relief, on a circular pedestal base, engraved with a crest and motto 'Virtutis Gloria Merces', 36.5cm (14 1/4in) high, 1354g (43.5 oz) The crest and motto for M'ROBERTSON and ROBERTSON of Scotland.Condition Report: Marks are well struckSplits to ivoryStands wellDent to the crest in the reserveHeavy dent to the vacant reserveGlue to the ivoryMechanism functioningLight scratches and wear commensurate with age and useCondition Report Disclaimer