Sterling Silver Pint Mug - Antique George V (1920)

This exceptional antique George V sterling silver pint mug* has a bell shaped form onto a circular spreading foot.

The lower portion of the mug is embellished with impressive applied alternating strapwork designs, each ornamented with bud designs on a matte background.

The body of this large silver mug is further encircled with an embossed girdle in addition to an applied moulded border to the upper rim.

This mug is fitted with an opposing scroll handle with a leaf decorated thumbpiece and a scrolling lower terminal.

This antique mug is a large example of its type; this style is traditional used for christening mugs.

* The measured volume of the mug filled to the brim is 800ml (1.4078 imperial pints), making this mug larger than a conventional pint mug

Maker: Unknown

This large silver mug is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the mug are very clear; the maker's mark has wear in keeping with age and location.

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

Length from back of handle to rim 15.1cm/5.9"

Diameter of rim 10.6cm/4.2"

Diameter of foot 9.1cm/3.6"

Height 15.7cm/6.2"

15.9 troy ounces/495g