An unusual George III sterling silver small ewer, London 1762 by John Swift (this mark first reg. 29^th June 1739)

Of baluster form raised upon a stepped circular base with gadrooned band. The scroll handle with ribbing and a splayed acanthus leaf junction leading to a moulded rim interspersed with shells, The body with embossed decoration of quilted amorphous fluting. Fully marked underneath and with scratch weight 11=17.

Height – 17.8 cm / 7 inches

Weight – 346 grams / 11.12 ozt