Lot 673 , A handsome George III silver gilt two handled presentation pedestal trophy cup and cover by William Elliot, 93.5 oz.

A handsome George III silver gilt two handled presentation pedestal trophy cup and cover by William Elliot, of campana form, the main body with later engraved inscription, band of thistles, band of fruiting vines and applied racehorse and jockey motif, with paterae flying scroll handles and domed cover with greyhound finial (repair), London, 1815, height 36.5cm, on ebonised socle, the foot rim inscribed "I.L. Tuck, 8 Haymarket Fecit", 93.5 oz.
Estimate £2,000-3,000

Inscription reads "Louth Coursing Society Nov 16th, 1829".
The greyhound finial may have been repaired as there is visible solder to each foot/paw?? Some minor loss to the gilding in places due to handling over the years, otherwise the overall condition is good. Hallmarks clear although there is some rubbing to the date letter.


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