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Silver dinner service made for George III for use in his German dominion of Hanover. View gallery Silver serving dishes and candelabra A dining table set with a silver service from the time of George III

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What's Special about George III silver?

Thurs 15 June 2017

2.30-3.15pm

 House
Free with house and grounds admission

Advance booking, please call 01296 820414 or email bookings@waddesdon.org.uk. Join on the day if places are available

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In 1774, George III commissioned a magnificent new silver dinner service to use at state banquets.

It was the last word in fashion and craftsmanship, designed to impress. Come and explore this extraordinary survival with Head of Collections, Pippa Shirley, and imagine yourself dining with the King.

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