A very rare set of four cast shell dishes made in London in 1838 by john samuel hunt.

A very rare set of four cast shell dishes made in London in 1838 by john samuel hunt.
A very rare set of four cast shell dishes made in London in 1838 by john samuel hunt.
A very rare set of four cast shell dishes made in London in 1838 by john samuel hunt.

A very rare set of four cast shell dishes made in London in 1838 by john samuel hunt.

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British Silver Post 1830

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The Dishes are cast and stand on two detailed winkle shell feet. The main body is beautifully modelled as a scallop shell and the reverse is engraved with the Motto of the Order of the Garter, surmounted by the Coronet of a Duke. The shells are of an exceptional weight and would be ideal for serving butter, pate etc. John Samuel Hunt was a very fine silversmith, who worked in the Paul Storr firm and gained Royal patronage.

Width: 3.65 inches, 6.15 cm.
Length: 3.6 inches, 9 cm.
Weight: 13oz. the set.

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