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Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.
Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.
Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.
Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.
Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.
Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.
Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.
Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.
Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.
Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.

Finest quality sterling silver gilt decanter label PORT. 1805-1806. Georgian.

$ 15.83

Availability: 19 in stock
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Composition: Sterling Silver
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Brand: Digby Scott and Benjamin Smith
  • Type: Decanter label
  • Condition: Crisp condition, with no damage or repair. No visible surface scratches or wear to the gilt on either side. Clear, and crisp, hallmarks to the reverse. See photographs as these are a vital part of the description. Incised name PORT very fine.
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Style: Georgian
  • Pattern: Classic Bacchus Head with vine leaves
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Featured Refinements: Georgian Silver
  • Age: 1805-1806

    Description

    A rare, quality Digby Scott and Benjamin Smith decanter label, with the incised name PORT. The heavy gauge, die-stamped label, weighing some 20 grams. There are no visible  surface scratches or wear. The label is fully hallmarked with a very clear DS/BS with a pellet mark. The partnership lasted until 1807. Benjamin Smith II, was associated with Rundell and Bridge and was the maker of fine silver. The label is decorated with a large head of Bacchus, with vine leaves, scrolls, and a shell. (See "Wine Labels, a Worldwide History 1730-2003" by Professor John Salter. Page 162, for further information on Benjamin Smith II, and Digby Scott on Page 163). Some of the most interesting silver, including the Jamaica Service of 1803 (now in the Royal Collection), are attributed to him. The decanter in the last photograph is not included in this sale. Other information:
    * Fully hallmarked Georgian head in an oval punch; lion, "K" for 1805-06 (Jacksons' Hallmarks); leopards head
    * Makers Mark DS.BS, for the partnership of Digby Scott and Benjamin Smith II
    * Weight: 20 grams; 3/4 of an ounce on a digital kitchen scale
    * Width: 5.50 cms., 2.25 inches.
    * Height: 5.20 cms., 2.10 inches.
    Shipping cost: Based on actual cost with tracking and insurance, approximately within the USA. Outside the USA, this may be approximately to those countries that I ship to. See exclusion list. Customs and other taxes/costs are handled in the destination countries. Returns will be accepted if the description is incorrect, and the buyer pays the return shipping cost. The condition of the label, once received, must be the same as when shipped. Due to the pandemic, and global weather conditions, there may be delays to delivery, and shipping to Australia is already impacted by the lockdown in that country.
    On Oct-03-21 at 17:57:47 PDT, seller added the following information:
    Another label by these makers, for SHERRY 2, can be seen in "Wine Labels 1730-2003 A Worldwide History" by Professor John Salter Page 74, Figure 283, and Page 77. The label is described as "wreathed with leaves, and so may be intended as the Roman Bacchus..." A fairly rare design with the head of Bacchus as the central design.