Lot 23 , A George III silver egg cruet stand, with six egg cups and six spoons (one not matching), by Solomon Royes & John East Dix

A George III silver egg cruet stand, with six egg cups and six spoons (one not matching), by Solomon Royes & John East Dix, of circular form, with shell ring handle and engraved crest, London, 1819, height 18.8cm, 27.6oz.
£600-800

Condition:
The base of the stem is crumpled/dented and is in need of attention. One egg cup has several small dents just above the stem. All egg cups have wear to the gilding on the interior and all have numerous surface scratches also to the interior. One spoon bowl rim is dented. One spoon is a plated replacement. All other pieces match.