A RARE GEORGE III SILVER WAGER CUP, AUGUSTIN LE SAGE, LONDON, CIRCA 1770 |

formed as a maiden in full skirt, her arms raised holding scrolling brackets supporting a plain cup/churn, maker's mark only to cup and body

Maker;s mark only clearly struck to the cup/churn and the body. Gilded interiors. Good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

An almost identical example, with differing churn, was sold Sotheby's London, 28 April 1977, lot 172