Lot 172
A 1920's silver christening mug, of bulbous shape with skirted base, panelled decoration to the...
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Lot 172
A 1920's silver christening mug, of bulbous shape with skirted base, panelled decoration to the...
Lot 172
Lot Description
A 1920's silver christening mug, of bulbous shape with skirted base, panelled decoration to the lower body and with a leaf capped scroll handle, hallmarked Mappin & Webb Ltd., Sheffield 1924. Together with a further silver christening mug of plain baluster outline above a footed base, with moulded rim, name engraving and a simple curved handle, hallmarked William Neale & Son Ltd., Birmingham 1928. Respective heights measure 2 7/8 inches (7.3 cm) and 3 1/8 inches (8 cm), combined weight 7.21 ozt (224.3 grams). (2).
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Both mugs display general surface scratches, marks and wear commensurate with the age and use. Heavy tarnishing is visible and both would benefit from a clean and polish. Some small dints and bumps to both, and the earlier christening mug has several knocks to the foot rim. The hallmarks to both are clear and legible.
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