Pair of George IV sterling silver salt cellars, Paul Storr, London, 1820
Description
Pair of George IV sterling silver salt cellars, Paul Storr, London, 1820. Of circular form with lobed sides, the everted rims decorated with scroll motifs, each engraved with a coat of arms, resting on three scroll supports.
Sterling silver hallmarked with 5 hallmarks:
Maker's mark: Paul Storr
Lion passant: alloy mark. Guarantee control of sterling silver content 925/1000
Leopard's head with crown: City of London
Date letter year: 1820
Duty mark: King George IV head
Dimensions
HxWxD 6cm x 8.5cm x 8.5cm
Weight
400gr
Provenance
Private collection
Condition
Slight signs of wear and superficial scratches. The five hallmarks are present at the base of the salt cellars.