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.


Sold for

ZAR 8 409
Lot 9
  • A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London, 1806


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 5 000 - 7 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 8 409

About this Item

London
A George III silver tea caddy, John Fray, London, 1806
the bulbous octagonal body engraved with latticework 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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