A George III sterling silver teapot of historical interest, Sheffield 1802, An important piece of early nineteenth century sterling silver, with inscription that reads: 'As a token of their regard, affection and gratitude, presented by the Magistrates, Quartermasters and Aldermen of Heligoland to Corbet James D'Auvergne Esq, Captain of the Royal Navy. The first and dearly beloved Governor under the British Protection, Feb 1808. Bearing the crest of the D'Auvergne family. In her published letters, Jane Austen mentions Captain Corbet James D'Auvergne to her sister, suggesting that D'Auvergne knew the Austen family well. 23 x 28 cm, 831g
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- Sterling Silver - Sterling silver is a mixture of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% of another metal, usually copper. Fine silver is 99.9% pure silver, and is relatively soft and the addition of the very small amount of copper gives the metal enough strength and hardness to be worked into jewellery, decorative and household objects.
- George Iii - George III (1738 - 1820) was King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760 to 1820.
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