Lot 522 , A George IV pierced silver Bucellas wine label, largest 56mm.

A George IV pierced silver "Bucellas" wine label, decorated with shells and grapes, maker C?, London, 1821 and two other antique silver wine labels, "Lisbon" and "Old Hock", the former by Mathew Boulton, largest 56mm.
Estimate £150-200

Bucellas label- Minor surface scratches, otherwise overall good condition. Unfortunately the hallmarks are within the "Bucellas" letter piercing. Only the duty mark has been completely obliterated.
Lisbon label- Engraved decoration to the border is showing faint signs of wear. Some light surface scratches, otherwise in good order. Maker's mark only stamped twice, one just within the piercing.
Old Hock label- Some light surface scratches. Overall condition is good commensurate with age. Stamped with lion and maker's mark only, maker possibly Hester Bateman??


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Sold for £170