RARE Georgian Neoclassical Antique 18th century silver cranberry glass basket

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RARE Georgian Neoclassical Antique 18th century silver cranberry glass basket:
$807.71

NEOCLASSICAL

A very rare solid silver and Cranberry glass sugar/sweetmeat basket

Antique 18th century sugar basket

Rare and collected maker William Downes

Full hallmarks

William Downes

London

1772

Lion passant

Superb detailing and very intricate neoclassical design

The condition is excellent for a very delicate piece of silver

There is a small loss to the Anthemion swag that can be seen in picture 8 but overall excellent

The liner is the original 18th century (gold chloride) cranberry glass in remarkably good condition

Approx size 6 inches high (including the handle)

This item is ultra rare and would make an excellent addition to any silver or glass collection

Lovely item at a very reasonable price

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