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Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
This design is continued to the lid which is beautifully pierced and has a steeple finial. It is removed by an interesting and unusual single bayonet fitting, denoting the quality of the finish. The gauge of the silver is good and this early example of Scandinavian silver is both aesthetically pleasing and still usable today. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK
£18.00 Worldwide
Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or repairs.
Hallmarks :- Maker's mark only.
Maker :- AR.
Date :- c1770.
Height :- 16.5 cms.
Base diameter :- 6 cms.
Body diameter (widest point) :- 7.5 cms.
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.
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