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FS37: Three Day Fine Art Sale

A George II Silver Tankard, Maker Thomas Farren, London, 1733

Auction Lot FS37/366

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A George II Silver Tankard, Maker Thomas Farren, London, 1733 (FS37/366) offered in our Three Day Fine Art Sale starting on 22nd January 2018 at our salerooms in Exeter, Devon.

Lot Description

A George II silver tankard, maker Thomas Farren, London, 1733 crested, of cylindrical form, having a stepped domed hinged lid with arched thumbpiece, scroll handle to the side, raised on a spreading circular foot, 20cm high, 29.55ozs.

Price Realised

£1,700

VAT

VAT on Buyer's Premium

Department

Fine Art Category

Other Antique Silver

Sale Information

FS37: Three Day Fine Art Sale
Monday, 22nd January 2018
Tuesday, 23rd January 2018
Wednesday, 24th January 2018

Okehampton Street, Exeter

This lot will be sold after 10:00am on Tuesday, 23rd January 2018 as part of the Silver section of the sale.

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Important Notes

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