Sterling Silver Sugar Caster - Antique Georgian (1744)

This exceptional and large antique Georgian sterling silver sugar caster has a circular baluster shaped form onto a circular stepped spreading domed foot.

The seamed body of the sterling silver caster is embellished with the contemporary bright cut engraved crest of an eagle displayed grasping in the claws a serpent nowed.

The body and cast foot are further ornamented with moulded borders to the rims.

This large Georgian silver caster retains the original hallmarked push fit cover, embellished with impressive finely pierced scrolling leaf designs and is surmounted by an impressive cast sterling silver baluster-shaped finial.

This exceptional example of Georgian silverware, crafted by the renowned caster maker Samuel Wood, is a large example for its type.

Maker: Samuel Wood

Date: 1744

This antique Georgian sterling silver sugar caster is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the body and part hallmarks to the sleeve of the cover are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the superior gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique Georgian silverware.

Height to top of finial 21.6cm/8.5"

Diameter 8.2cm/3.2"

15.5 troy ounces/481g