Lot 668 , A Charles II silver porringer, 4.5 oz.

A Charles II silver porringer, with embossed foliate decoration and the initials E*B to the underside of the base, London, 1683, no maker's mark, height 7.2cm, 4.5 oz.
Estimate £700-1,000

The base of both handles appear to have been pushed inwards slightly and also there is an old repair to the base of one handle. The top of the other handle has started to some away from the main body(split). The general overall condition is otherwise good, commensurate with age and use. Marks on base visible but rubbed.


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Sold for £600