An early 18^th century Italian silver jug, Venice circa 1720

Of baluster form with a wrought C scroll handle leading to a hinged domed lid surmounted by a wrythen finial. Engraved with initials underneath S:M in Roman script. Marked underneath with Zecca assay mark M.P, circa 1682-1736 (Pazzi N.581) thrice.

Height – 14.2 cm / 5.6 inches

Weight – 317 grams / 10.19 ozt