This exceptional vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver salver has a lobed hexafoil shaped form, in the George I style.
The surface of this vintage salver is plain and embellished with a contemporary bright cut engraved coat of arms displaying a cross charged with five torteaux and quarterly a thistle to the first, second a cornucopia, third a dragon erased and a stag"s head erased to the fourth, all above the motto "Inter Floris Floream".
The impressive coat of arms is surmounted by a helm and mantling in addition to a crest depicting two lion"s gambs erect holding a fountain.
The salver is supported by three impressive and large, George I style tiered bracket feet.
This impressive salver, crafted by the renowned London silversmith Richard Comyns of William Comyns & Sons Ltd, is a highly desirably shape.
ConditionThis vintage silver salver is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition.
The bright cut engraved coat of arms is very crisp.
Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the salver are all very clear.
Reflections in photography may detract from the true representation of this impressive Richard Comyns silver item.
DimensionsDiameter 29.5cm/11.6"
Diameter of surface 25.5cm/10" approximately
Height 3.3cm/1.3"
Weight31.7 troy ounces/986g
Date: 1969
Origin: London, England
Maker: William Comyns & Sons Ltd (Richard Comyns)



