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George III antique sterling silver butter shell made by William Plummer in 1777

$1,500.15
£1,095
€1,283.11
CA$2,073.39
A$2,204.45
CHF 1,192.10
MX$26,222.56
NOK 14,932.72
SEK 13,638.02
DKK 9,585.26

About the Item

Hallmarked in London in 1777 by William Plummer, this handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Butter Dish, is of traditional shell form, standing on 3 shell feet, and featuring an engraved crest to the handle. The butter dish measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 5.25"(13.5cm) wide, by 5.25"(13.5cm) deep, and weighs 3.4 troy ounces.
  • Creator:
    William Plummer (Metalworker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 5.52 in (14 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1770-1779
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1777
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: L54231stDibs: LU4930241872682

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