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A George III sterling silver navette-shaped snuffer tray, Henry Chawner, London 1789

boat shaped and of plain form with reeded edges, central engraved crest, 'Honi soit qui mal y pense', motto of the Order of the Garter, crisply hallmarked underside
3cm high, 26cm wide, 10cm deep
170gms silver weight

PROVENANCE
Acquired J.H. Bourdon-Smith, St James's London, when in Melbourne, February 1993
Collection of the Honourable Justice John Batt AM

NOTE
About this period, the boat shape style of snuffer tray frequently became indistinguishable from pen trays

  • Condition: This item presents with some very light scratching and pitting consistent with age and careful use. Edges and threads are crisp. The marks are very clear. Overall this tray presents in good condition.

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