Impressive English Solid Silver Coaster Wine Trolley Approx 2kg
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Reference Number: Avaluer:46498 | Composition: Solid Silver |
Very rare can be seen , Fantastic details ,
English Solid Silver limited edition commemorative Wellington Coaster wine trolley, maker's mark RFE, London, 1977 , Two circular coasters mounted with medallions and a beaded rim, the turned wood bases each set with a medallion, on a four-wheeled carriage with swiveling front axle and horn handle, in original box , Fully hallmarked on handle and marked throughout, numbered 23/50L...ength overall 17 1/2 in. / 44.5 cm , Approx weight 2000g , The Wellington Coaster is a replica of the original made in 1826 and presented to the Duke of Wellington by King George IV. Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, (1769-1852) was one of the leading military figures of 19th century Britain. He is best known for his defeat of Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The twenty-four medallions on the wine trolley represent British military victories from the Peninsula Campaign, including the Battle of Vimiera, Passage of the Duro, Battle of Talavera, and Waterloo.Please consider photos as part of the description , If you have any questions feel free to ask , Please check out my other rare collectible listings for this week ( watches , clocks , Silver , etc )Thanks for watching