Lot 417 , A pair of late George III silver coasters, approx. 6in.
A pair of late George III silver coasters, with gadrooned decoration and turned wooden bases, makers probably Smith, Tate & Co, Sheffield, 1819, approx. 6in.
Estimate £250-300
Both bases are slightly loose in situ. Both coasters have several bumps/dents and dings to the interior rim. One coaster has taken two knocks to the rim as it is slightly out of shape in two places. This coaster also has a few dings and nicks around the base rim. There is also a chip (sliver) of wood to the centre of the wooden base by the metal pin. Makers mark quite rubbed on both.
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Sold for £440