Sale 9567
London, South Kensington
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18 February 2003
Price realised
GBP 881
Estimate
A George III Silver Cruet Frame Struck with maker's mark R.P. and lion passant only with pierced frame and quatrefoil handle, fitted with two oil and vinegar bottles and 3 various condiment bottles, two apparently unmarked - 25.5cm. (10in.) high, weight of silver 23oz. See Illustration
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