A George II sterling silver salver, formerly the Property of Lord Howe, 1747, Lord Howe (1726-1799), Admiral of the Fleet, British naval officer. His name given to islands off the coast of NSW Australia, designed with an ornate shell and scroll edge and three scroll feet, matching the later two trays. Engraved with the coat of arms of the Marquess of Sligo (see provenance). Hallmarked London 1747, maker Peter Taylor. Width 28 cm. Weight 758g