MANCHESTER LINERS LIMITED: A SOUP PLATE BY DUNN BENNETT & CO. LTD., CIRCA 1910
crest to front and makers marks to rear. Diameter -- 9.5in. (24cm.) C2
This plate was removed from a vessel by a ship breaker working in a Scottish yard. Manchester Liners was a cargo and passenger shipping company founded in 1898. The line pioneered the regular passage of ocean-going vessels along the Manchester Ship Canal. Its main sphere of operation was the transatlantic shipping trade, but the company also operated services to the Mediterranean.
Sold for £14
Estimated at £20 - £30
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
C2
We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. 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 Charles Miller Ltd 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.
MANCHESTER LINERS LIMITED: A SOUP PLATE BY DUNN BENNETT & CO. LTD., CIRCA 1910
crest to front and makers marks to rear. Diameter -- 9.5in. (24cm.) C2
This plate was removed from a vessel by a ship breaker working in a Scottish yard. Manchester Liners was a cargo and passenger shipping company founded in 1898. The line pioneered the regular passage of ocean-going vessels along the Manchester Ship Canal. Its main sphere of operation was the transatlantic shipping trade, but the company also operated services to the Mediterranean.
Auction: Liner China Timed Online Auction, ending 1st Jul, 2019
Key to Conditon Ratings:
A Mint
B Minor wear
C Old/typical wear commensurate with age
C Cracked
D Chipped
E Restored
F Very poor overall condition
1 No visible issues
2 One or two minor nibbles
3 Overall
4 Many
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