Georgian Irish Silver Cups 18th Century

Name: Pair of 18th Century Irish Silver Cups
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1058994
Price: 1850 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A pair of 18th-century Irish sterling silver twin-handled cups featuring central ribbed girdles and engraved crests on pedestal bases.

Pair of 18th century irish silver cups

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Eighteenth-century Irish silver is recognised for its balance of heavy gauge sterling silver, distinctive Georgian proportions, and detailed casting. Common features include cast double-scroll handles, central raised girdles, and hand-engraved armorial crests or contemporary cyphers.

Vessels from this period were raised by hand from flat sheets of sterling silver using specialized hammers and stakes. Decorative elements, such as handles and pedestal feet, were cast separately in sand moulds and soldered onto the main body before hand-polishing and engraving.

Authentic pieces carry stamped hallmarks typically applied by the Dublin Assay Office, including the crowned harp, the makers mark, and the date letter. The Hibernia mark was introduced in 1730 to indicate duty paid, serving as a key marker for verifying mid-to-late 18th-century Irish provenance.

Silver hollowware provides a reflective focal point when arranged as a pair on a mahogany sideboard, dining table, or within an illuminated display cabinet. Their classical geometry allows them to complement both traditional period settings and minimalist, contemporary spaces.

Silver should be dusted regularly with a soft microfiber cloth and polished occasionally using a specialized, non-abrasive silver cream to remove oxidisation. Avoid harsh chemical dips or automated dishwashers, as these destroy the natural patina built up over centuries.

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Pair of 18th Century Irish Silver Cups