1795 OLD SHEFFIELD PLATE LONDON GADROON NEOCLASSIC TALL FOOTED CHAMPAGNE WINE COOLER ( GEORGE III BUST MARK)

The term “Sheffield Plate” denotes a silver-plating technique in which a base metal item and at least one strip of silver are melted together and rolled into a sheet. This sheet is then hand-hammered into the desired final shape. The outer layer of silver hides the cheaper metal beneath, granting the appearance of solid silver at a much-reduced cost. The articles themselves derive their value from the many hours of hard labor required to produce them, the practiced and skillful hand of the silversmith, and the depth of knowledge he must possess. Sheffield Plate, also called "Old Sheffield Plate," is so named because of its discovery in Sheffield, England. For this reason, and others, in the minds of many, that city has become synonymous with silver-plating. 

Extraordinary piece, neoclassic inspired, in excellent condition showing crowned leopard (London) and the George III double bust punch pseudo hallmarks, there is no dents, breaks or repairs, solid high end quality manufacture, steady weight and soft grip, detailed solid and applied castings shaping the handles, and applied gadroon, overall  substantial glossy silver coating with minor cosmetic details, a nick to the gadroon as pictured the inside is clean with an aged look to the finish, no corrosion leaks or repairs mostly tarnish, ( large Wolf Family Coat of Arms ) excellent for the holydays or as a display piece  to enhance that special spot. about 12" tall by 12" side to side,  and solid 5.10 lbs. before packing, holding the London crowned leopard and the George III , punch marks