Francis Garthorne
Francis Garthorne, London silversmith, described as Free of the Girdlers Company in the entry of his mark. This company’s freemen’s list survives only from 1694 so unfortunately Francis we can’t identify him from this. His Britannia mark entered as largeworker was presumably entered in 1697. After the return of Sterling he is assumed to have returned to his pre-1697 mark. George Garthorne, presumably a relative, possibly a brother, was turned over to Francis during his apprenticeship circa 1670.
Francis Garthorne
Francis Garthorne, London silversmith, described as Free of the Girdlers Company in the entry of his mark. This company’s freemen’s list survives only from 1694 so unfortunately Francis we can’t identify him from this. His Britannia mark entered as largeworker was presumably entered in 1697. After the return of Sterling he is assumed to have returned to his pre-1697 mark. George Garthorne, presumably a relative, possibly a brother, was turned over to Francis during his apprenticeship circa 1670.
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1699
Francis Garthorne
10412 William III Antique Silver Caster
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An excellent late 17th century antique silver muffineer with a plain styled gadrooned base. The traditional lighthouse design with a bayonet fitting is typical of these very early shakers. The top has beautiful hand engraving with simple piercing; the holes are quite large as crushed loaf sugar was still in use at this early date. Excellent size and heavy quality, it feels good in the hand. Engraved owner’s initials below “KSS”. Lovely patina. Weight 307g, 9.8 troy oz. Height 19.2cm. Diameter of base 8.3cm. London 1699. Maker Francis Garthorn. Britannia standard silver. Higher grade purity 95.8%.
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