A Set of Three George II Silver Butter Shells , MARK OF EDWARD ALDRIDGE, LONDON, 1739 | Christie's

Sale 9510

Selected Silver and Plate

London, South Kensington

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19 November 2002

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Lot 165

A Set of Three George II Silver Butter Shells

MARK OF EDWARD ALDRIDGE, LONDON, 1739

Price realised

GBP 2,115

Estimate

GBP 1,200 - GBP 1,800

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A Set of Three George II Silver Butter Shells
Mark of Edward Aldridge, London, 1739
each of shell form with an engraved crest - 12.8cm. (5in.) long, 15oz.
See Illustration (3)
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