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The Hamilton Silver Salver and Jugs

Michael Homer, David Peters, 1788

Photograph © Ulster Museum

Salver made by Michael Homer and a pair of jugs made by David Peter with ivory handles with inscriptions to show that they were presented to George Hamilton of Tyrella Co Down by the owners of the 'New Loyalty' for his services in saving the vessel and her cargo when stranded.

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Title of artwork, date

The Hamilton Silver Salver and Jugs, 1788

Date supported

1936

Medium and material

Silver

Dimensions

Salver: 68 x 46 cm; jug: 28 cm

Grant

100

Total cost

300

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