Object Description
An antique Victorian sterling silver and glass claret jug which has a tall ovoid shaped body with attractive cut glass detailing, an ornate silver mount depicting flowers and leaves, a plain curved shaped handle which is comfortable to hold and resting on a flat star cut base. The hinged lid has similar flower and fruit decoration and the finial on top is particularly impressive. This silver and glass claret jug is both practical and decorative and would make a useful addition to a collection. There is a crest on the front of the silver mount, “Vi et Virtute” which means “By Strength and Valour”. It will hold 1 litre of wine.
Height: 26.5 cms (10.4″)
Length: 13.3 cms (5.2″)
Width: 9.2 cms (3.6″)
Complimentary postage with insurance is included within the price of this claret jug.