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Victorian Silver Christening Cup
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Victorian Silver Christening Cup

19th century
Sold 29 January 2025 · In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
This “Victorian Silver Christening Cup” found a buyer.

It was listed by In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

A good example of an early Victorian Sterling Silver Christening cup. It stands on a round foot with an elegant scrolling handle and it is beautifully decorated with a swirling floral repousse design around a central cartouche. This is faintly engraved with initials and 'from his Uncle'. It is stylish and good quality and it weighs approximately 126g.

It is hallmarked for John Bell & Frederick Brasted, London, 1860. The hallmark is slightly worn but still readable.

It is in good condition for its age. There are some faint surface marks, some minor dinks and small dents but nothing detrimental and it displays beautifully. It has been gently cleaned and polished and is ready for use.

Approximate Measurements :

Height : 4" (10cm)

Width : 2 3/4" (7cm)

Length inc Handle : 3 1/2" (9cm)

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £6

Rest of the World £25

Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Silver Christening Cup to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1078311
Description
A good example of an early Victorian Sterling Silver Christening cup.
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It stands on a round foot with an elegant scrolling handle and it is beautifully decorated with a swirling floral repousse design around a central cartouche.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

This is faintly engraved with initials and 'from his Uncle'. It is stylish and good quality and it weighs approximately 126g.

fig 1. An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot.
fig 1. Victorian Silver Christening Cup

It is hallmarked for John Bell & Frederick Brasted, London, 1860. The hallmark is slightly worn but still readable.

It is in good condition for its age. There are some faint surface marks, some minor dinks and small dents but nothing detrimental and it displays beautifully. It has been gently cleaned and polished and is ready for use.

fig 2. An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot.
fig 2. Victorian Silver Christening Cup

Approximate Measurements :

Height : 4" (10cm)

Width : 2 3/4" (7cm)

Length inc Handle : 3 1/2" (9cm)

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £6

Rest of the World £25

Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Silver Christening Cup to the Victorian era.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1078311
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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Trade Associations

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Silver Christening Cup

Archive II An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot. View II
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Archive V An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot. View V
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Archive VIII An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot. View VIII
Archive IX An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot. View IX
Archive X An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot. View X
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Ashburton
Devon
TQ13 7QJ
United Kingdom

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An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot.
Victorian Silver Christening Cup
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An ornate Victorian sterling silver christening cup featuring detailed embossed floral scrollwork, a shaped handle, and a pedestal foot.
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  • ObjectCups and Mugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEmbossed florals, Scroll handle, Pedestal foot, Cartouche
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 7 cm (3 in)

During the Victorian era, silver christening cups were traditionally given as baptismal gifts by godparents to symbolise wealth, health, and a prosperous future for the child.

These items were predominantly crafted from sterling silver using techniques such as repousse, chasing, and hand-engraving, often featuring ornate floral and scroll motifs.

Authenticity is determined by examining the hallmarks stamped on the metal, which indicate the assay office, date letter, makers mark, and the standard of silver.

An antique silver cup can be incorporated into contemporary decor by using it as a desktop pencil holder, a small floral vase on a bookshelf, or displayed within a glass cabinet.

Preservation involves regular gentle dusting, occasional cleaning with a specialist non-abrasive silver polish, and storing the item in a tarnish-resistant cloth away from direct sunlight and humidity.
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