Lot #169 - George III Silver Tankard, Mark of Hester Bateman, London, 1778
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Auction House:Shapiro Auctions
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Sale Name:Fine Silver, Asian & Decorative Arts
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Sale Date:06 Dec 2016 ~ 6pm
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Lot #:169
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Lot Description:George III Silver Tankard, Mark of Hester Bateman, London, 1778
of baluster form, on stepped circular foot with leaf-capped scroll handle, engraved 'Earl Howe Glorious 1st of June', hallmarked
approx. weight 330 grams -
Notes:Earl Howe (1726-1799) was a British naval officer best known for his role during the Glorious First of June 1794 ; the first and largest fleet action of the naval conflict between Great Britain and France during the French Revolutionary Wars
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Estimate:A$500 - 700
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Realised Price:
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Category:Silver
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