George II Silver Mug


Date: 1729

Maker: Richard Bayley

Country: England

Stock: 6772

Description

A handsome antique sterling silver tankard of good size and weight. Plain baluster shape, almost straight sided, with a simple scroll handle. Excellent colour.


Weight 337 grams, 10.8 troy ounces.


Contains 1 pint.


Height 11.5 cms. Diameter at top 9 cms.


London 1729.


Maker Richard Bayley.

Biography

Richard Bayley

Richard Bayley was apprenticed to Charles Overing in 1699 and turned over to John Gibbons in 1704. Free 1706. First mark entered in 1708 at Foster Lane, London, 2nd mark 1720, third mark 1732. Warden of the Goldsmiths Company 1746-8. Prime warden 1751*. He was known for his good plain hollow-ware such as tankards, jugs, tea and coffee pots.

His son, Richard, was apprenticed to Samuel Spindler in 1713.

Condition

This early English silver mug is in excellent condition. No damage or restoration. The marks are crisp and clear. Excellent colour. Please note that this item is not new and will show moderate signs of wear commensurate with age. Reflections in the photograph may detract from the true representation of this item.

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