Silver and Coins - 29th October 2008

Lot 937

Two late 19th century Burmese embossed wine labels: one pierced 'SHERRY' in an arc above two...

Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £180

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Description

Two late 19th century Burmese embossed wine labels: one pierced 'SHERRY' in an arc above two dancing figures; the other with two seated dogs/beasts, pierced 'PORT' both unmarked, c.1870, 2oz. (2) Literature:See wine labels 1730-2003, by Salter pp346 for very similar examples.