Superb HESTER BATEMAN George III c1770 Silver Wine Label W ∙ PORT

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This lovely wine or decanter label, also called a bottle ticket, was made by the renowned London silversmith HESTER BATEMAN . It is in a lovely form and has been finely engraved with the word ‘ W ∙ PORT’ for wine port. The rear of this beautiful item is stamped with the part maker’s mark H in a script from, plus the Georgian lion duty stamp for sterling silver. Although this is a miss stamp (very rare in itself) it is defiantly by Bateman (please see the photos for more detail). This label is being offered for sale with a very low starting price and NO RESERVE! A true collectors piece, in wonderful condition. The photographs simply do no justice to this superb item of rare Georgian Silverware! The details are:- Condition:-Good for its age, just in need of a light clean as it has tarnished with age. Please see the photos for more detail and to grade the condition. Weight:-7.7grams. Size:-48.6mm across by 15.1mm in height, the chain is 6¼ inches in length. Material:-Sterling Silver. Marks:-Part Hallmarked. **We have listed TWO Georgian wine labels today, one being by HESTER BATEMAN so please see our other listings ** Thank you for looking at my auction. Please view my other items and be sure to add me to your favourites list good luck bidding!! All boxes used are for display purpose only, unless stated in the auction description. Please ask all questions you might have before bidding, note no guarantee can be given or implied. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER BUY IT NOW OPTIONS ON OUR AUCTIONS OR END THEM EARLY. *** IMPORTANT PLEASE READ REFERANCE SHIPPING NO EXCEPTIONS*** Shipping to the UK up to 200grams 1. RECORDED DELIVERY cost £3.75 which includes materials & handling PLEASE NOTE this service is exempt from postal insurance/compensation and is used for proof of posting only. Used for all items sold up to £46. 2. SPECIAL DELIVERY cost £5.95 which includes materials & handling and is fully insured. Used for all items sold over £46 . International buyers up to 200grams We only send insured to ITALY costing £11.5 NO EXCEPTIONS if you do not wish to pay this price please do not bid. We have had too many problems with the Italian postal system / parcels going missing. 1. STANDARD AIR MAIL used for items sold under £36 this service will cost £3.60 which includes materials & handling PLEASE NOTE this service is exempt from postal insurance/compensation. 2. INTERNATIONAL SIGNED FOR used for all items sold over £36 EUROPE will cost £11.50 which includes materials & handling and is fully insured. 3. INTERNATIONAL SIGNED FOR used for all items sold over £36 USA CANADA & THE REST OF THE WORLD will cost £12.50 which includes materials & handling and is fully insured. We would recommend everything of value to be INSURED. This prevents any issues for something which is out of our control. We always combine all multiple sales, you will only pay one shipping charge. Return policy As the items I sell are mostly unique, antique & vintage (unless otherwise stated) they fall outside the distance selling regulations. Returns will only be accepted if the description is grossly incorrect - these are not mass produced consumables which can be replaced if faulty or you just don’t like it. If you have any reservations please contact me for clarification. Descriptions will be made as accurately and honestly as possible, however as people's perception of condition varies, I will do my best to describe an object to the best of my ability, and will supply extensive good quality photographs, which will include any imperfection I have mentioned or missed, so as to make your own judgement. Money will be refunded only if my description of an object is grossly incorrect. This must done within 14 days of the end of sale and returned in original condition and in original packaging. Cost of delivery is a service and therefore nonrefundable. Return shipping will be a... read more

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