Of circular form with ovolo edge and reeded rim, raised in three splay bracket feet. The field engraved to the edge with a decorative band of fruiting vine against a striated background, the centre with an engraved crest of a greyhound’s head couped, collared, with motto above Dum Spiro Spero. Fully marked to one foot only. Diameter - 22.8 cm / 8.95 inches Weight - 430 grams / 13.82 oztNotes:The crest is for Hunter of Seaside, Perthshire or Glencarse, Perthshire and of Plas Coch, Anglesey The marking position being on one foot of this salver is a very unusual occurrence and is possibly a customer request, much like the flatware marked to the front rather than reverse. A square Edinburgh salver of 1732 previously with How of Edinburgh is also recorded as being marked to the feet.