Julie Cartwright Antiques

Description

This very elegant George VI silver vase-shaped sugar caster is dated Birmingham 1939 and bears the marks of the Barker Brothers. Modelled on early George II casters (circa 1730) the baluster body with a detachable pierced cover. The cover with baluster finial and alternating vertical bands or ornate piercing. Raised on a circular pedestal base.

Hallmarks:

Fully marked on the body.
Partial marks on the inner lid.

BB S LD for the Barker Brothers.
Birmingham Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letter "P" for 1939.

Dimensions:

Height: 17cm / 6.3 inches.
Diameter:5.5cm / 2.1 inches.
Weight: 100 g / 3.1 oz.

Condition:

Very good.
No dents.
Stable on its base.
Maker's marks partially rubbed but identifiable.

Postage:

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Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.
Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.
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