Charles II Antique Silver Mug

GBP 4,750.00

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Object Description

A rare early English silver mug of plain form. The body is raised from sheet and has a simple strap handle and an incised, reeded neck. This is the earliest type of mug.

Contains 520ml.
Weight 210 grams, 6.7 troy ounces.
Height 16cm. Diameter 7.7cm. Spread across handle 13.2cm.
London 1684.
Makers mark “PM” start above and below (see Jacksons Page 138).
Sterling silver.
17th century.

Marks. Stamped underneath with a full set of clear English silver hallmarks.

Signed. *There are no precise records of silver makers marks prior to 1681 as all records were destroyed in the fire at Goldsmiths Hall in that year when the Assay Office and apartments of the Assayer and Clerk in the south west wing of the building were burned down.

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Object Condition

This delightful silver cup is in very good condition. Excellent patina. Moderate signs of wear commensurate with age. 1 small flaw to the collar.

Object Details

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Vault 31-32
The London Silver Vaults
53-64 Chancery Lane
London WC2A 1QS

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