This exceptional antique George III sterling silver mug has a plain tapering cylindrical form.

The surface of this antique silver mug is embellished with an exceptional contemporary bright cut engraved coast of arms and crest depiCting a demi-stag chained and collared.

The upper and lower portions are encircled with tooled decorated borders to the rims.

This ladys antique silver mug is fitted with an impressive tooled decorated S scroll handle.

The underside of the mug is ornamented with the contemporary engraved inscription: "The Gift of Mrs Hourman at the age of eighty eight to her Great Grandson Edwd John Fisher, Novr 3 1790".

This antique mug has a fine color and patination*.

This impressive antique silver mug was crafted by the renowned London silversmiths Henry Chawner.

Such small Georgian tankards are becoming increasingly difficult to locate; period tankards of this size would have been crafted for a lady.

* Patination or Patina is a subtle coloration or tarnish which forms on the surface of some metals, produced by oxidation or other chemical processes. A good patina proffers an aesthetically pleasing look.

This ladys antique silver mug is a superior gauge of silver for its type, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the mug are very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the superior gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of Georgian silverware.

Length from back of handle to rim 9.1cm/3.6"

Width 6.6cm/2.6"

Height 8.2cm/3.2"

7.3 troy ounces/228g

Date: 1790

Origin: London, England

Maker: Henry Chawner