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Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.
Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.
Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.
Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.
Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.
Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.
Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.
Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.
Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.

Finest quality, sterling silver bottle collar/decanter label PORT. 1828-1829.

$ 22.17

Availability: 48 in stock
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Type: Silver bottle collar for PORT
  • Condition: Very good condition with no damage or repair. No visible surface scratches. Gadrooned decoration is crisp. Hallmarks crisp and clear. See photographs as these are a vital part of the description. Cut-out names are both well done.
  • Pattern: Fine gadrooned edges
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Composition: Sterling Silver
  • Age: 1828-1829
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Style: George IV
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Featured Refinements: Georgian Silver
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Brand: Charles Rawlings

    Description

    A rare, finest quality Charles Rawlings decanter, or bottle collar, with the cut out name PORT on two sides. The heavy gauge collar is cast, weighing some 53 grams. There are no visible  surface scratches or wear. The collar is fully hallmarked with a very clear C pellet R mark. Charles Rawlings was a celebrated silversmith and his labels, and those of Rawlings and Summers, are always of the finest quality. The partnership with William Summers dates from 1829, so this bottle collar dates from just before that partnership. The label is decorated with crisp gadrooning to all the edges. The collar is tapered to fit a sloped shoulder decanter, or a bottle. (See "Wine Labels, a Worldwide History 1730-2003" by Professor John Salter. Page 157 for further information on Charles Rawlings). Some of the most interesting, and possibly unique, label designs are attributed to him. Other information:
    * Fully hallmarked G IV head in an oval punch; lion, "n" for 1828-29 (Jacksons' Hallmarks); leopards head
    * Weight: 54 grams; 1 7/8ths. ounces on a digital kitchen scale
    * Maximum base diameter 8.0 cms., 3.20 inches; Top diameter 7.0 cms.; 2.75 inches.
    * Thickness 1.50 cms., 5/8 ths. of an inch
    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.