Bidspirit auction | An 18th Century Boston Coin
An 18th Century Boston Coin Silver Punch Strainer by William Simpkins - An 18th Century Boston Coin Silver Punch Strainer by William Simpkins By William Simpkins (Boston, this 1704-1780), c. 1740-60, of typical form, a coin silver punch strainer with a molded rim, the body with geometric piercings of diamonds, circles, and crosses. Dimensions: 11in handle to handle, the body 4 5/8in in diameter, the approximate weight is 4.50 ozt Provenance: From a Chester County collection. Condition: Good condition with expected surface wear.