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Fine Georgian Silver Hester Bateman Port Decanter Wine Label C.1780
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Fine Georgian Silver Hester Bateman Port Decanter Wine Label C.1780

18th century
Sold 5 March 2025 · The Fancy Fox
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A fine late 18th century curved silver crescent shaped decanter label with gadrooned style edging, rising up and over an oval cartouche with pierced detail to the sides and surmounted with a stylised spiral knot. Engraved for PORT with berried foliage either side. The cartouche is finely engraved with a family crest of a right (dexter) forearm, in armour, holding a broken tilting spear.

Hallmarks to the reverse, just the lion passant and maker initials for Hester Bateman of the period c.1778-1790.

It measures 4.8cm (1 7/8") wide by 3.8cm (1 1/2") high weighs 9g / 0.3ozt.

In excellent condition with no damage or repair and minimal handling wear.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this Georgian Silver Wine Label to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.8cm (1.50")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1116793
Dealers Internal Reference
FA1760
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Description
A fine late 18th century curved silver crescent shaped decanter label with gadrooned style edging, rising up and over an oval cartouche with pierced detail to the sides and surmounted with a stylised spiral knot. Engraved for PORT with berried foliage either side.
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The cartouche is finely engraved with a family crest of a right (dexter) forearm, in armour, holding a broken tilting spear.
The Fancy Fox
fig 1. An ornate Georgian sterling silver port decanter label with engraved lettering, scrollwork borders, and an attached link chain.
fig 1. Fine Georgian Silver Hester Bateman Port Decanter Wine Label C.1780

Hallmarks to the reverse, just the lion passant and maker initials for Hester Bateman of the period c.1778-1790.

It measures 4.8cm (1 7/8") wide by 3.8cm (1 1/2") high weighs 9g / 0.3ozt.

In excellent condition with no damage or repair and minimal handling wear.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this Georgian Silver Wine Label to the 18th Century.

Height
3.8cm (1.50")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1116793
Dealers Internal Ref
FA1760
The Fancy Fox
The Fancy Fox
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2015

Offering fine porcelain and pottery, 18th century and later, silver, glass and other small attractive pieces

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Archive I An ornate Georgian sterling silver port decanter label with engraved lettering, scrollwork borders, and an attached link chain. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fine Georgian Silver Hester Bateman Port Decanter Wine Label C.1780

Archive II An ornate Georgian sterling silver port decanter label with engraved lettering, scrollwork borders, and an attached link chain. View II
Archive III An ornate Georgian sterling silver port decanter label with engraved lettering, scrollwork borders, and an attached link chain. View III
Archive IV An ornate Georgian sterling silver port decanter label with engraved lettering, scrollwork borders, and an attached link chain. View IV
Archive V An ornate Georgian sterling silver port decanter label with engraved lettering, scrollwork borders, and an attached link chain. View V
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The Fancy Fox
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An ornate Georgian sterling silver port decanter label with engraved lettering, scrollwork borders, and an attached link chain.
Fine Georgian Silver Hester Bateman Port Decanter Wine Label c.1780
Ref: SA1116793
An ornate Georgian sterling silver port decanter label with engraved lettering, scrollwork borders, and an attached link chain.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWine Label
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsScrollwork borders, Hand-engraved lettering, Suspension chain
  • SizeH 3.8 cm (1 in) x W 4.8 cm (2 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Wine labels, or bottle tickets, emerged in England during the mid-18th century to identify decanted beverages. Silversmiths crafted them in diverse shapes, frequently featuring chased decoration and suspension chains.

They were typically fashioned from sterling silver using techniques such as hand-piercing, chasing, engraving, and stamping. Makers often applied a suspension chain attached by jump rings.

Authenticity is determined by examining maker marks, sterling silver hallmarks, and the style of hand-engraving. Maker marks from notable silversmiths like Hester Bateman carry particular significance for collectors.

Store silver in a tarnish-resistant environment with low humidity. Clean only with a soft, non-abrasive microfibre cloth and specialised silver polish, avoiding excessive scrubbing to preserve the original hallmarks.

These items can be displayed on vintage decanters upon a drinks trolley or housed within a glazed cabinet. They add historical interest and metallic detail to dining spaces or home bars.
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