Lot 1313 , A George I silver bullet shaped teapot and matching cream jug by John Swift, gross 16 ozs.

A George I silver bullet shaped teapot and matching cream jug by John Swift, with engraved scroll and mask band, London, 1734, gross 16 ozs.
Estimate £1,000-1,200

Teapot- There is an engraved armorial on one side which is beginning to look a little tired and the entrelac and scroll engraved is also showing some signs of wear but still not too bad considering age. There is a crack to the wooden finial. Overall condition is otherwise good. Hallmarks clear but some slight rubbing to maker's mark, date letter and assay office mark on base.
Cream jug- Engraved armorial on one side. Engraving around the shoulder still quite crisp. Overall condition is good. Hallmarks clear but with some slight rubbing to maker's mark, date letter and assay office mark.


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Sold for £1,700