We are offering for sale a fine pair of Georgian silver salt pots. These good-sized, cauldron form open salt pots stand on three hoof feet. They have a gilt (gold-wash) interior to protect the silver from the corrosive effects of salt. These master salt pots. Have a good feel in the hand as one would expect to be made by David Hennell – the premier specialist maker of condiments in the mid-18th century. These salt pots remain in fine condition with neither damage nor repair. One of the pair has a good set of hallmarks, whereas on the other they are somewhat worn. Please view our specialist site at antiquesilverspoons for a further large selection of fine quality Victorian, Georgian and earlier silver. 6.7cm (2.1″) diameter; 3.4cm (1.3″) high; 79grams combined weight. Full set of English hallmarks (guaranteeing Sterling 925 standard silver) for London 1746, made by David Hennell. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any further questions. If you would like to learn more about antique silver then please visit our two specialist sites. Our second site at UKsilverexchange explains the impact of the recent high metal prices on antique silver and explains how to best take advantage of the situation. The item “Fine PAIR of GEORGIAN SILVER SALT POTS CELLARS, London 1746 D Hennell Gold bowls” is in sale since Tuesday, April 26, 2016. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Salt & Pepper Cellars/ Shakers”. The seller is “sunbeau” and is located in Royal Forest of Dean. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Composition: Solid Silver
- Maker: David Hennell
- Product: Salt pots (pair)
- Age: Pre-1800