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MARK OF JOHN ROBINS, LONDON, 1793
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A GEORGE III SILVER TEA CADDY**
Mark of John Robins, London, 1793
Rectangular, with incurved corners, the body engraved with roses and paterae borders, centering an engraved laurel wreath enclosing a crest on each side, the hinged, domed cover with bright-cut borders and ivory finial, marked on base and cover
6¼in. (15.9cm.) high; 13oz. 10dwt. (425gr.) gross weight
Mark of John Robins, London, 1793
Rectangular, with incurved corners, the body engraved with roses and paterae borders, centering an engraved laurel wreath enclosing a crest on each side, the hinged, domed cover with bright-cut borders and ivory finial, marked on base and cover
6¼in. (15.9cm.) high; 13oz. 10dwt. (425gr.) gross weight
Special notice
Notice Regarding the Sale of Ivory and Tortoiseshell
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing ivory or tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.