Celebrating Silver

Timed Online Auction, 10 - 29 October 2025

The Mary Eleanor Hibbert Collection II
About the Session

After the resounding success of the Cape silver auction in June 2025, we are pleased to unveil part II of the Mary Eleanor Hibbert Collection containing English and Continental silver which spans from the Georgian era to the 20th century. Mary Eleanor was an avid collector for over 30 years with an enduring passion for silver.


Current Bid

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Lot 9
  • A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London 1806
  • A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London 1806
  • A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London 1806
  • A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London 1806
  • A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London 1806
  • A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London 1806
  • A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London 1806
  • A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London 1806


Lot Estimate
ZAR 5 000 - 7 000
Current Bid
Starting at ZAR 5 000
Location
Cape Town
Delivery
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About this Item

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A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London 1806
bulbous octagonal body, engraved with latice work and stipple work, the center engraved with crests, the hinged cover surmounted by a wooden finial, lacking key, 345g
height: 12,5cm

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