Lot 265 , A George III silver swing handled sugar basket with blue glass liner, height to top of handle 5 ¾”/147mm Diameter 3”/79mm.

A George III silver swing handled sugar basket with blue glass liner, by Charles Chesterman, hallmarked London 1774, with pierced and mask decoration, on square base, height 147mm, weight 2.7oz/87grms.
Estimate £200-300

Possible old repair to to one side of the handle where it joins the body. Handle unmarked. Otherwise overall good condition. Marks very rubbed.


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Sold for £240