A George III sterling silver entrée dish, cover and handle, Paul Storr, London, 1799. Circular shape, gadroon-decorated edges, wooden handle, and a lid engraved with a heraldic coat of arms on both sides.
Sterling Silver with 5 Hallmarks:
The Maker’s Mark: Paul Storr
The Lion Passant: The Mark that indicates Sterling Silver
Leopard’s Head Crowned: City of London
The Date Letter: 1799
Duty mark: Head King George III
DimensionsHxLxD 4,72in x 10,83in x 10,83in
Weight
56,37oz
Private Collection
ConditionSlight signs of age and superficial scratches. The five hallmarks are present on the base of the entrée dish and on the lid: the maker’s mark and the lion passant.