Lot 536 , An Edwardian silver egg cruet, Sheffield, 1902, 27.5 oz.

An Edwardian silver egg cruet, Sheffield, 1902, 21cm, 27.5 oz.
Estimate £200-300

Therer are four repairs to the undrside of the base(visible solder) One of the egg cups has a small dent to the rim and there is some visible wear to ythe rim of the others. There ring marks on the base where the cups have been sitting. Hallmarks clear although some rubbing to the maker's marks. It has been suggested that the egg cruet may have been chromium or rhidium coated in the past??


Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.

Sold for £260