Lot 219
A Rare George III Silver Green Turtle Soup Ladle of Caribbean Interest, c. 1800, intaglio mark J R or I R in a rectangle, possibly John Robin, the ladle in the form of a green turtle (Chelonia Mydas), the bamboo form handle with palmette collar and pineapple finial, the interior of the turtle's shell with presentation engraving: "With every Sentiment of Respect from Francis de Ridder, To the Hon F P van Berckel 1807, Friends form'd in 'Union' of heart and aims, Prove firm supporters of each others claims, Victorious Virtue warms Thy gen'rous breast, Be thine 'enjoyment', and perennial 'Rest,' length 14 1/4 in., weight approx. 9.5 troy ozs.
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