An unusual George III Heraldic Wine Label made in London circa 1786-90 by James Hyde.

An unusual George III Heraldic Wine Label made in London circa 1786-90 by James Hyde.

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The Label is modelled in an unusual design with oval face engraved with the title RUM.  The top of the label displays pluming, feathery, scrolls and a liner ground, flanking a central cartouche engraved with the contemporary initial "L".  This piece is in excellent condition and an identical label from this set is shown in "Wine Labels - 1730-2003 - A Worldwide History, Page 58".  This piece is well marked on the reverse.

 Length: 2.45 inches, 6.13 cm.

Width: 1.6 inches, 4 cm.

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