A George II Sparrow Beak Jug made in London in 1737 by George Greenhill Jones.

A George II Sparrow Beak Jug made in London in 1737 by George Greenhill Jones.
A George II Sparrow Beak Jug made in London in 1737 by George Greenhill Jones.
A George II Sparrow Beak Jug made in London in 1737 by George Greenhill Jones.

A George II Sparrow Beak Jug made in London in 1737 by George Greenhill Jones.

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Category

British Silver 1760-1830

Reference

192832

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The Jug stands on a circular spreading foot decorated with reeded bands. The baluster shaped body rises to an everted rim and this example has a sparrow beak pouring spout and a scroll handle. The base displays a good set of hallmarks and a set of contemporary engraved initials.



Height: 3.1 inches, 7.75cm

Length, shout to handle: 3 inches, 7.5cm

Year

1737

Country

London

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