Silver Pap Boat, Plymouth 1753 Richard Freeman

This is a rare example of a West Country silver pap boat with clear Exeter hallmarks for the Plymouth based silversmith Richard Freeman.

Pap boats were used for feeding infants and were generally made in London; Exeter example are very scarce, Plymouth examples almost unheard of!. This is a great example in the typical form of the mid 18th century. It is in fine condition with good hallmarks.