Rare George III Antique Silver Wine Label 'East.I.Madeira'

Phipps & Robinson, London 1810
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A rare George III silver Wine Label of rounded rectangular form with double reeded border, pierced for East.I.Maderia.

By Phipps & Robinson, London, 1810

This is a new and unrecorded version of the rare title - EAST INDIA MADEIRA

In the days of Sailing Ships both Sherry and Madeira were used as ballast in ships and went to the East Indies and back via the Cape. It was found that the slow rocking aged and improved the wine.

Sold - £650.00

Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair
Dimensions
H
25 mm (0.98 inches)
W
43 mm (1.69 inches)
Weight
10.00 Grams (0.32 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
EBPP150513A
Medium
Silver