George II sterling silver pepper pot or caster by the highly regarded London silversmith, Samuel Wood. It bears a complete set of London hallmarks on the base together with Samuel Wood’s maker’s punch mark. Assayed in 1747, it has a beautifully pierced pull-off top. No dents or dings.

See below for details of crest and monogram.

Hallmark details

Material – Sterling Silver

Assay Office – London

Year – 1747

Silversmith – Samuel Wood

Weight & Dimensions

Weight – 84.92 gm

Diameter at widest point – 47 mm

Height – 13.5 cm

Although a little worn through polishing, it bears the crest of Clan MacKenzie (a mountain in flames) with the Clan motto "Luceo Non Uro" (I shine, not burn) together with the monogram MGM. These initials are also punched into the base rim. It may be possible to identify the specific member of the Clan (MG MacKenzie) by researching their family history.