An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver beaker; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection
Description
This exceptional antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver beaker has a cylindrical, rounded form.
The upper portion of this antique beaker is embellished with impressive embossed interlacing fruiting vine ornamentation, accented with ears of wheat, all within formed inverted arches accented with a matte textured background.
The ornamentation incorporates a wheat/barley stalk bordered shaped vacant cartouche to one side.
This exceptional Scottish silver beaker retains the original gilded interior.
ConditionThis Victorian Scottish silver beaker is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition.
Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the beaker are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of Victorian silverware.
DimensionsDiameter 7.7cm/3"
Height 8.8cm/3.5"
Weight3.9 troy ounces/120g
Date: 1865
Origin: Edinburgh, Scotland
Maker: Mackay, Cunningham & Co