This is an exceptional,Fine and impressive antique Sterling Silver Tankard(Full Pint Size) made by Silver Smith J.Langlands II of New Castle in 1796 fully hallmarked. With a baluster formed body,a plain applied border to the upper rim,a domed spreading circular foot,Plain parallel border and an S shaped scrolled handle with plain thumb piece. There is no embellishment on the body of the tankard but its initialed BIS on the handle. The makers mark is also on the handle and in a line near its rim. It's an excellent gauge of silver. Similar tankards to this are selling privately for up to 1800, So grab yourself a great deal for only 650.
Height= 5 & 1/4 inches
Base=3 & 3/4 inches