George III Silver Sugar Basket, Mark of William Sumner I

London (1795), ovoid form with gold wash interior and swing handle, over engraved foliate and flame decoration to shoulder, over a conforming stepped foot, bright cut "RWE" monogram to one side and armorial monogram to the verso.

4 1/4 x 5 x 3 3/4 in.

6.1 troy oz.

Good estate condition, the gold wash added later.