Two George III Sterling Silver Sauceboats

Description:

Two George III Sterling Silver Sauceboats, London, one 1762-63, George Methuen, maker, with a gadrooned edge and acanthus-capped handles, on four C-scroll feet, with monogram to one side and armorial to the other, ht. 4 7/8; the second, 1763-64, John Muns, maker, with an engraved armorial and acanthus-capped flying scroll handle, on three splayed feet, ht. 3 3/8 in., approx. 19.8 troy oz. total.
Estimate $300-500

Each in good overall condition with only minor age-consistent wear. John Muns boat with abrasion to front foot, sits square.


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