Lot 496 , A George III silver baluster mug by William Shaw II, 11.5 oz.
A George III silver baluster mug by William Shaw II, with engraved initials to the scroll handle, London, 1763, 12cm, 11.5 oz.
Estimate £400-600
No sign of any erasures. Small initials engraved to top of handle. "OLE". Apart from some small dents and bumps to the belly on one side of the mug, the overall condition is good. Hallmarks to the base are clear.
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Sold for £420