A George III silver caster of baluster form with diaper pierced cover. Hallmarked Hester Bateman, London 1784. Height measuring 5 1/2 inches (14 cm), weight 2.3 ozt (74 grams).
The lot displays general scratches, marks wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. Maker's mark partly distorted, lion passant only to cover.