An English silver tankard and cover
London, 1748, maker's mark possibly 'JW' in rectangle
On circular reeded base, the slightly pear-shaped body with reeded band, applied with scroll handle, the domed hinged cover with later engraved roundel and inscribed DE VANT SI JE PUY, marked on base and interior of cover
18 cm. high
694 gr.
An English silver tankard and cover
London, 1748, maker's mark possibly 'JW' in rectangle
On circular reeded base, the slightly pear-shaped body with reeded band, applied with scroll handle, the domed hinged cover with later engraved roundel and inscribed DE VANT SI JE PUY, marked on base and interior of cover
18 cm. high
694 gr.