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Sterling Silver Christening Mug Antique Georgian London circa 1817

Mark Thomas

MTH240287.T

Antique Early 19th Century period Lovely Quality Sterling Silver Mug, Likely a Christening mug but then later used as a chutney mug for a table setting, of a classic design after a coopers strapped barrel the mug features a handle after the ancient Greek Amphora and is finished proud lipped rim, good clear assay markings are present to the collar of the mug indicating London Assay office circa 1817 with the makers mark for Samuel Knight whom was a silver worker from c1815 through to c1819, also present is the duty mark for King George III.

The Mug is outwardly in very good, clean condition for age, there being no dings or splits to the body and no evidence of repairs and only mild signs of age related cosmetic use, this specimen being over 200 years old.
The Mug stands 8.5 cm tall and has a base diameter of 5.5 cm and a width from handle edge to lip of 7.7 cm.
A handsome example of the period, perfect for a strong beverage or for display within a collection.

weight : 84.8 grams