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Stunning Rare American Gorham Sterling Silver Cranberry Glass Jug C1880 Antique
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Stunning Rare American Gorham Sterling Silver Cranberry Glass Jug C1880 Antique

19th century
Sold 25 May 2025 · The Silver Squirrel
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A stunning rare American antique solid sterling silver and cranberry glass jug. It is hallmarked STERLING along with the makers mark of Gorham, this mark was used between c1860 to c1890. It has been beautifully made being finely pierced. Note the liner has a stem to its base to hold it in place along with a swivelling locking piece near the handle - a sign of quality. It is in super condition. The silver is free from dings splits repairs and dings. The glass is free from cracks chips and repairs. It is a good size measuring almost 5 inches (12.6cm) tall by 4.75 inches (12cm) handle to lip by 2.5 inches (6.4cm) and weighs 272 grams. A beautifully made unusual piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Gorham Sterling Silver Jug to the 1880s.

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37457
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A stunning rare American antique solid sterling silver and cranberry glass jug.
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It is hallmarked STERLING along with the makers mark of Gorham, this mark was used between c1860 to c1890.
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It has been beautifully made being finely pierced. Note the liner has a stem to its base to hold it in place along with a swivelling locking piece near the handle - a sign of quality. It is in super condition. The silver is free from dings splits repairs and dings. The glass is free from cracks chips and repairs. It is a good size measuring almost 5 inches (12.6cm) tall by 4.75 inches (12cm) handle to lip by 2.5 inches (6.4cm) and weighs 272 grams. A beautifully made unusual piece.

Date of Manufacture

The Silver Squirrel has dated this Gorham Sterling Silver Jug to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1116619
Dealers Internal Ref
37457
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An antique Victorian cranberry glass jug encased in an intricate pierced sterling silver overlay with a flared rim and circular foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique Victorian cranberry glass jug encased in an intricate pierced sterling silver overlay with a flared rim and circular foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Stunning Rare American Gorham Sterling Silver Cranberry Glass Jug C1880 Antique

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An antique Victorian cranberry glass jug encased in an intricate pierced sterling silver overlay with a flared rim and circular foot.
STUNNING RARE AMERICAN GORHAM STERLING SILVER CRANBERRY GLASS JUG c1880 ANTIQUE
Ref: SA1116619
An antique Victorian cranberry glass jug encased in an intricate pierced sterling silver overlay with a flared rim and circular foot.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectJugs and Pitchers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Cranberry Glass
  • ColourRuby Red and Silver
  • MotifsPierced silver cage, Scalloped rim, Applied swags, Pedestal foot

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Cranberry glass is a pinkish-red transparent glass created by adding gold chloride to the molten glass batch, which was popular during the Victorian era for decorative tableware.

These items combine blown glass with electroplated or applied sterling silver mounts, often featuring intricate pierced work, floral motifs, or classical swags.

Authenticity is verified through makers marks stamped into the silver, traditional weight, hand-blown glass imperfections, and the quality of the metal overlay craftsmanship.

Such pieces serve as striking accent objects on open shelving, sideboards, or glass-front cabinets, adding a splash of vibrant colour and metallic texture to traditional or eclectic rooms.

Clean the glass with lukewarm water and mild soap, avoiding harsh chemicals, and polish the silver gently with a non-abrasive cloth while keeping moisture away from any cemented joints.
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