Sterling Silver Christening Mug Antique Victorian 1881

  
Sterling Silver Christening Mug - Antique Victorian (1881). This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver christening mug has a tapering cylindrical form. The body of the antique silver christening mug is ornamented with fine and impressive bright cut engraved bands of interlacing bands, incorporating simplified quatrefoil designs and accented with simplified scalloped borders. The body is further embellished with two bands of embossed bead decoration, with applied bead decoration to the upper and lower rims.

The antique silver christening mug is fitted with a plain C shaped handle. This exceptional mug was crafted by the London silversmiths Thomas Bradbury III & John S Henderson of Thomas Bradbury & Sons. This antique silver christening mug is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The mug has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.

The applied and embossed decoration is very sharp and the bright cut engraved decoration is very crisp. Full hallmarks struck to the underside are very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of Victorian silverware. Length from back of handle to rim 10.2cm/4. Maker: Thomas Bradbury & Sons. Andrew Campbell founder and owner of AC Silver has been dealing in antique diamond & gemstone jewellery and antique sterling silver since 1977. In addition to his high quality Newcastle-based shop, Andrew has developed what is now an established and internationally recognised online store.

All orders placed before 2pm GMT are dispatched the same day. Company Name: AC Silver Unlimited. This item is in the category "Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Cups/Goblets".

The seller is "acsilver925" and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Egypt, Reunion, South Africa.

• Brand: Thomas Bradbury & Sons
• Antique: Yes
• Composition: Solid Silver
• Style: Victorian
• Product: Mug
• Material: Solid Silver
• Age: 1850-1899