Sale 5006
London, South Kensington
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28 - 29 November 2006
Price realised
GBP 144
Estimate
A PAIR OF GEORGE II/III SCOTTISH SILVER SUGAR NIPS, MAKER'S MARK OF R.A in oblong punch, CIRCA 1760, Maker's mark only struck inside each grip, typical Scottish style initials, "BH", engraved on top of handles, one initial to each handle, 1 oz.
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There is some discussion as to whether these are Scottish or Continental.
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