Bidspirit auction | George III English Sterling Silver

George III English Sterling Silver Toast Rack by John W. Story, London, 1809 - A George III English sterling silver toast rack, made in 1809 by John W. Story in London. The rack features a rectangular base with gadrooned edges, standing on four ornate shell and paw feet. It is designed with seven arched dividers, centered by a reeded oval ring handle with foliate adornment at its base. Clear hallmarks are visible on one of the dividers, including a 'JW' maker's mark, a lion passant, an anchor assay mark, and a capital letter 'C' date letter. Height: 6 1/4 inches Width: 6 3/4 inches Depth: 4 1/2 inches Weight: 410.5 grams The overall condition is good, exhibiting minor tarnish and surface wear consistent with its age. Burns in-house shipping is available. Pick up is Thursday, Dec. 4 from Noon to 7 pm at our gallery in Lancaster, Ohio 43130 or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $5 fee if you want to pick this lot up another day. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com. Sales tax is collected on this auction. AB239