Sterling Silver Goblet - Antique Victorian (1866)

This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver goblet has a circular bell shaped form onto a knopped stem and circular spreading foot.

The body of this large silver goblet is embellished with bright cut engraved suspended leaf festoons accented with ribbon bow motifs and interlacing swags.

The decoration to the body incorporates a large oval vacant cartouche to either side.

The upper portion of the goblet is encompassed with bright cut engraved interlacing and scalloped borders below an applied moulded rim.

The knop to the stem is encircled with a bead decorated border.

The foot is ornamented with further bright cut engraved simplified leaf festoon decoration accented with a scalloped border to the rim.

This exceptional and large silver goblet retains the original gilded interior.

Maker: Thomas Smily

Date: 1866

This antique silver wine goblet is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The goblet has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.

The bright cut engraved decoration is very crisp.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the goblet are all clear in keeping with age and location.

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

Diameter of rim 12.1cm/4.8"

Diameter of foot 9.8cm/3.9"

Height 23cm/9.1"

12.2 troy ounces/379g