Lot 478 , An Edwardian novelty silver cream jug and sugar sifter, each modelled as a hatching chick, by Sampson Mordan & Co, H.68mm.

An Edwardian novelty silver cream jug and sugar sifter, each modelled as a hatching chick, by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester, 1907/1908, H.68mm.
Estimate £150-200

Sugar- Large dent to front left breast. Dent to the top of the head. Probable dent to right side of the beak. Large dent to tail feather area along with a smaller dent and a few dings. Top of beak has a slight knock. Decoration a little tired in places. Hallmarks clear but maker's mark quite rubbed.
Cream- Both beaks are dented. Small dent to right side and front breast. A few other smaller dings to the body. Some wear to the decoration in places. Hallmarks clear but maker's mark quite rubbed.


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Sold for £300