Lot 1 , A pair of George II silver shell salts, by Edward Aldridge I

A pair of George II silver shell salts, by Edward Aldridge I, with scroll thumbpieces, on three hoof feet, London, 1751, width 96mm, 5.5oz(a.f.).
£300-500

Condition:
Small depression visible on the interior of one shell and two small depressions to the other including what appears to be the beginnings of a small split. Visible solder repairs to both on the underside on both thumbpieces. Hallmarks clear but with some rubbing to the maker's marks.

Sold for £340