Fine Silver - 27th April 2016
Lot 505
An early 18th century West Country silver tea caddy
Estimate £600 - £800 | Hammer £850
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Description
An early 18th century West Country silver tea caddy,
maker's mark RW struck three times, possibly for Roland West, Salisbury circa 1710,
rectangular form, canted corners, pull-off cover and base, engraved with a crest, the underside of the base scratch initialled 'B' over 'I*B', height 12.2cm, approx. weight 6.8oz.
The crest is that of Bruges, of Wiltshire.