George II Antique Silver Salver, London 1744.

Object Description

A handsome silver salver of plain design with the shaped shell border typical of the period. Medium size. Hand engraved to the centre is a circular banner with family motto and lion crest.

Weight 405g, 13 troy oz.
Diameter 21cm (8.2 ins). Height 3cm.
London 1744.
Maker Robert Abercromby.
Sterling silver.

Ideal for use with small objects such as glasses and bottles.

Marks. Stamped underneath with a full set of English silver hallmarks.
Motto. “Pieux quoique preux” is a French family motto, most famously associated with the Long family (including the Viscounts Long), meaning “Pious although chivalrous” or “Pious though valiant”. Most of the Long family in England started in Wiltshire but originated as Normans from the French coast.

Maker: Robert Abercrombie

Robert Abercromby, London silversmith. no record of apprenticeship or freedom. 1st mark entered 11th May 1731 as largeworker, in partnership with George Hindmarsh. 2nd mark alone 5th October 1731. 3rd mark 23rd June 1739. 4th mark 29th April 1740. Specialist salver maker.

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Object Literature

The traditional form of salver with plain flat surfaces and small feet at the edge, rarely found before the reign of George I, was made in various forms such as round, rectangular, oval and octagonal and are an ideal starting off point for collectors of early silver. The term “waiter” is not commonly used but relates to small examples less than 6 or 7 inches; these have become very popular now to stand a bottle or wine glass.

Object Condition

In very good condition with minimal wear commensurate with age. Crisp engravings.

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