George III Sterling Silver Salver, hallmarked London, 1789-1790, by Robert Sharp (ca. 1733-1803; free 1757), of circular form with reeded rim and raised on four bracket feet, engraved with a band of alternating scrolls and paterae, the center with a cartouche en suite and engraved with unhatched arms "a crescent, on a chief dovetailed three roundels", dia. 15", 53.35 t. oz.

Some light to moderate scratches on the plateau, with the expected scattered scuffs and dings, throughout, but otherwise in quite good condition with no breaks or repairs noted. Nice engraving. The underside with assay/test scratches and some annealing flaws. Hallmarked (on the underside) with: 1) the sterling lion passant; 2) the London crowned leopard's head; 3) the date letter "O" for 1789-1790; 4) the George III bust duty mark; and 5) the "RS" maker's mark of Robert Sharp. Marks excellent.