Lot 62
A mid-Victorian silver christening mug.
Description
Condition Report
A mid-Victorian silver christening mug, of tapered form having a scroll handle with mask surmount and raised upon a stepped foot, the whole engraved with radiating etched waves within four panels behind a banded personal inscription, hallmarked Fenton Brothers (John Frederick Fenton & Frank Fenton), Sheffield probably 1874, alongside Victorian registration mark. Maximum height measures inclusive of handle 3 6/8 inches (9.5 cm), weight 4.7 ozt (147.5 grams). 'Presented To James Ovenstone By His Father's Friend J. H. Redman. London. Aug. 1883.'
Please note: When placing absentee bids, your bids will be rounded up to the nearest bid increment. For more information click the 'Important Notices for Purchasers' button above.
Purchasing information-
In good condition, the lot displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. The foot is slightly compressed causing the mug to tilt and wobble. The circular body is slightly mis-shaped to the top rim. Heavier tarnishing and loss of definition along edges, corners and decoration. Hallmarks clear and legible, apart from the date letter which is slightly obscured between a C - 1870 or G -1874, alongside a Victorian registration mark.
Share
Please note that by submitting a bid you are agreeing to our Terms & Conditions
Clicking the place bid button is a legally binding obligation to buy and pay for the lot, should your bid be successful. For security, we track all bids placed.
Send to a friend!
Similar Lots
