Lot 509 , A George III silver tankard by Thomas Wallis I, 20.5 oz.
A George III silver tankard by Thomas Wallis I, with banded girdle, fluted thumbpiece and S-scroll handle, London, 1776, height 18.3cm, 20.5 oz.
Estimate £500-700
There is a repair to the silver on the inner lid rim. Probable repair to the base of the thumbpiece and there are also visible splits to tye surface of the silver on the inner part of the thumbpiece. There is a small dent to the handle. Therer are minor nicks to the main body in general. Hallmarks clear but with some minor rubbing.
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Sold for £600