Antique George Sharp Arabesque Pattern Sterling Silver Sugar Sifter

Description

A fine antique silver sugar sifter.

By George Sharp.

In sterling silver with gilding to both the bowl and the … more A fine antique silver sugar sifter.

By George Sharp.

In sterling silver with gilding to both the bowl and the handle.

The handle is decorated with an embossed Arabesque pattern.

Simply a great sugar sifter!

Date:
Mid-19th Century

Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition.

Condition Details:
There is some rubbing to the gilding here and there. Otherwise, there are some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.

Engraved:
Monogrammed 'RVI' to the handle.

Maker:
George Sharp

Marks:
Marked to the reverse of the handle with various hallmarks and a 'Patent' mark.

Measurements:
Length: ca. 6 3/4 in.
Width: ca. 2 3/8 in.
Height: ca. 1 1/4 in.

Weight: ca. 40 g

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