Description:
1771 substantial silver twin handled
Georgian porringer drinking cup 264 grms
1771 silver twin handled porringer
drinking cup of early George III period
Pre 1776 American revolutionary piece
when George III lost the colonies
Bears aBishops mitre crest over
joining hands picture engraving
Measurements: 5.25 inches high, the
cup has a diameter of almost 5 inches , it measures 8.75 inches from handle to
handle
Weight: 264 grams
Hallmarks:
assay office:Leopard Crowned head for
London
date letter: Q for 1771
makers mark: JS very clear I have
found other examples on similar cups but the makers is unidentified by the
silver world
Condition: very good condition
no dents handles are strong the silver metal gauge
This is a very nice unusual
item.
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