A very fine William IV Butter Shell made in London in 1833 by The Barnards.

A very fine William IV Butter Shell made in London in 1833 by The Barnards.
A very fine William IV Butter Shell made in London in 1833 by The Barnards.
A very fine William IV Butter Shell made in London in 1833 by The Barnards.

A very fine William IV Butter Shell made in London in 1833 by The Barnards.

£1,250
Category

British Silver 1760-1830

British Silver Post 1830

Reference

375752

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The main body is modelled as a raying scallop shell and stands on three whelk feet.  The carrying handle is decorated with a bold gadrooned rim and foliate motifs, and is engraved with a contemporary Crest.  The Shell is in excellent condition and is fully marked on the underside of the handle.

Length: 5.9 inches, 14.75 cm.

Width: 5.1 inches, 12.75 cm.

Weight: 6oz.

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