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Pair of Sterling Silver Mugs - 1950
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Pair of Sterling Silver Mugs - 1950

1940 - 1960
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A pair of George VI sterling silver mugs. The mugs (or tankards) are crafted in the George III style, of baluster form upon a spreading circular foot, with acanthus capped double C scroll handles.

The pair of mugs are made by Stower & Wragg Ltd, Sheffield, 1950.

Assay: - .925 Sterling Silver.

Date: - 1950.

Period: - Mid 20th Century.

Maker: - Stower & Wragg Ltd.

Engraving: - Unengraved.

Measurement: - Approximately 14.5cm (height) x 13.7cm (width to include handle) x 8.8cm (diameter). The mugs can hold approximately 550ml.

Weight: - Combined weight of 752.4 grams (371.8 grams + 380.6 grams).

Condition: - The mugs are in good condition, with light surface scratches and minor tarnishing. Please see photos for confirmation of condition.

Item No: - 1850_chisk1.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
14.5cm (5.71")
Width
13.7cm (5.39")
Depth
8.8cm (3.46")
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Argentum Antiques & Collectables has dated this Sterling Silver Tankard Pair to the 1950s.

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SA1034356
Description
A pair of George VI sterling silver mugs.
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The mugs (or tankards) are crafted in the George III style, of baluster form upon a spreading circular foot, with acanthus capped double C scroll handles.
Argentum Antiques & Collectables

The pair of mugs are made by Stower & Wragg Ltd, Sheffield, 1950.

fig 1. A pair of polished sterling silver mugs featuring baluster-shaped bodies, stepped circular pedestal bases, and curved scroll handles.
fig 1. Pair of Sterling Silver Mugs - 1950

Assay: - .925 Sterling Silver.

Date: - 1950.

Period: - Mid 20th Century.

Maker: - Stower & Wragg Ltd.

Engraving: - Unengraved.

Measurement: - Approximately 14.5cm (height) x 13.7cm (width to include handle) x 8.8cm (diameter). The mugs can hold approximately 550ml.

fig 2. A pair of polished sterling silver mugs featuring baluster-shaped bodies, stepped circular pedestal bases, and curved scroll handles.
fig 2. Pair of Sterling Silver Mugs - 1950

Weight: - Combined weight of 752.4 grams (371.8 grams + 380.6 grams).

Condition: - The mugs are in good condition, with light surface scratches and minor tarnishing. Please see photos for confirmation of condition.

fig 3. A pair of polished sterling silver mugs featuring baluster-shaped bodies, stepped circular pedestal bases, and curved scroll handles.
fig 3. Pair of Sterling Silver Mugs - 1950

Item No: - 1850_chisk1.

• Please email us if you wish to enquire about this piece.

• Free domestic and international delivery with DHL Express.

Argentum Antiques & Collectables Ltd is considered a professional seller (known as a trader) in the EU.

Height
14.5cm (5.71")
Width
13.7cm (5.39")
Depth
8.8cm (3.46")
Date of Manufacture

Argentum Antiques & Collectables has dated this Sterling Silver Tankard Pair to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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Archive I A pair of polished sterling silver mugs featuring baluster-shaped bodies, stepped circular pedestal bases, and curved scroll handles.

Pair of Sterling Silver Mugs - 1950

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A pair of polished sterling silver mugs featuring baluster-shaped bodies, stepped circular pedestal bases, and curved scroll handles.
Pair of Sterling Silver Mugs - 1950
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During the mid-20th century, British silversmiths frequently produced sterling silver tankards modelled after traditional Georgian baluster shapes, designed primarily for ceremonial gifts, presentation awards, or domestic barware.

Sterling silver consists of 92.5 percent pure silver alloyed with copper for structural durability. These vessels are crafted using raised sheet metal, hand-soldered handles, and lathe-turned stepped bases.

Authentic pieces bear official assay hallmarks, including a lion passant for British sterling silver, a town mark, a makers mark, and a specific date letter denoting the year of manufacture.

A pair of silver mugs can be positioned on a wooden sideboard top, an open bar cart, or within a glass display cabinet to introduce reflective metallic contrast alongside glassware.

Solid silver should be wiped with a non-abrasive cotton cloth and polished periodically using dedicated silver cream to eliminate surface tarnish while preserving delicate maker hallmarks.
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