268 - Three copper and pewter ocean salvage metalware artifacts retrieved from marine environments. The circular copper pan is of hammered and wrought construction featuring a flat handle secured by 2 rivets. The handle displays 3 stamped symbols near a terminal suspension hole. The cast pewter vessel of 19th-century form has a pedestal foot and twin scrolled handles. The vessel body is decorated with horizontal incised lines and includes a domed lid with a turned finial. The final piece is a small pitcher heavily encrusted with dark marine concretion and sand, revealing oxidized metal and green verdigris where the surface is chipped. The handle of the copper pan is marked with 3 symbols; the pewter vessel is unsigned. Largest: 3/4" H x 12" L x 7" W. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.

Three copper and pewter ocean salvage metalware artifacts retrieved from marine environments. The circular copper pan is of hammered and wrought construction featuring a flat handle secured by 2 rivets. The handle displays 3 stamped symbols near a terminal suspension hole. The cast pewter vessel of 19th-century form has a pedestal foot and twin scrolled handles. The vessel body is decorated with horizontal incised lines and includes a domed lid with a turned finial. The final piece is a small pitcher heavily encrusted with dark marine concretion and sand, revealing oxidized metal and green verdigris where the surface is chipped. The handle of the copper pan is marked with 3 symbols; the pewter vessel is unsigned. Largest: 3/4" H x 12" L x 7" W. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation. Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund. CONDITION: General state of items is consistent with long-term marine submersion. The copper pan is heavily oxidized with significant verdigris and numerous dents to the circular body. The pewter vessel displays a misshapen rim and scattered pitting across the surface. The third vessel is entirely encrusted with marine growth and sediment. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.