William III Period Tazza, 1695

This is a rare William III period silver tazza or footed salver. It has a gadroon border around the flat tray and trumpet-shaped foot. The centre of the top is dot-pricked with betrothal initials and the date "1697". There is also a very faint second set of initials and date (possibly 1737). There is a slight impression of the foot to the top surface, but otherwise this tazza is in great condition. A major bonus is the very clear set of hallmarks, plus the foot is appropriately hallmarked to the inside. The makers mark is "PR" surmounted by a crown.