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A George V silver argyle, by Martin Hall & Co, Sheffield 1912, of simple cylindrical form with gadroon edged base and rim, the hinged cover slightly domed and topped with an urn shaped finial, with simple strap handle, sparrow beak spout with part marked hinged cover and S shaped pouring spout, 15ozt 13 x 8 x 8cm (5 x 3 x 3in)
Other Notes: The Argyle or Argyll was named after the fifth Duke of Argyll, John Campbell, in the mid 18th Century. He lived in a chilly Scottish castle and disliked the fact that the gravy arrived cold at the dinner table during the winter season. To prevent this from happening, the 'argyle' was invented in order to keep gravy warm. The vessel is of double-walled construction, allowing hot water to be poured into a jacket surrounding the interior, thus keeping the contents at an ambient temperature throughout the meal.
Body and cover with minor denting and a very small split. Handle detached at the base, and showing signs of previous poor quality repair at both ends. Hinge to the cover loose.

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