A WILLIAM FORBES COIN SILVER HOT WATER PITCHER . William Forbes, New York, New York, circa 1839-1840. Marks: WF, BALL TOMP...

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A WILLIAM FORBES COIN SILVER HOT WATER PITCHER
William Forbes, New York, New York, circa 1839-1840
Marks: WF, BALL TOMPKINS & BLACK, SUCCESSORS TO MARQUAND CO., NEW YORK, W
9-1/8 inches high (23.2 cm)
17.7 ounces (gross)


The silver floral repoussé hot water pitcher on round footed base with ivory insulators to handle, pineapple finial to lid. Originally retailed by Ball, Tompkins & Black, New York, New York.

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