English Pierced Footed Salt Baskets Pair Cobalt Glass Sterling Francis Spilsbury 1768

English George III sterling silver pair of salt baskets, having oval form body in pierced designs, twist swing handle, four figural ball & claw feet as well as original cobalt blue glass liner. Made by Francis Spilsbury, London, 1768. Weighing a total (without glass) 150 grams or 4.83 ozs Troy, these handsome baskets are 3 1/4" long, 2 1/2" wide, body is 1" tall with 7/8" tall feet, handle is 1 3/4" tall. Glass liners have some small chips. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.