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Georgian Silver Tankard
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Georgian Silver Tankard

18th century
Sold 30 March 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
This “Georgian Silver Tankard” found a buyer.

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Description

A fine quality George III period embossed and chased silver tankard, hallmarked London 1779. Bellied base and flared rim embossed and engraved in the Rococo style with blank cartouche to the front. Scroll design handle set to the side with hand chased decoration and flared foot to the base with decoration to match. Bears the makers mark for London silversmith and tankard maker William Cripps along with clear hallmarks. Heavy quality and presented in excellent condition. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 3" diameter at the rim x 4.25" wide including handle x 3.75" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Georgian Silver Tankard to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1133731
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 41088
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Description
A fine quality George III period embossed and chased silver tankard, hallmarked London 1779.
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Bellied base and flared rim embossed and engraved in the Rococo style with blank cartouche to the front.
Sturmans Antiques

Scroll design handle set to the side with hand chased decoration and flared foot to the base with decoration to match. Bears the makers mark for London silversmith and tankard maker William Cripps along with clear hallmarks. Heavy quality and presented in excellent condition. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 3" diameter at the rim x 4.25" wide including handle x 3.75" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Georgian Silver Tankard to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1133731
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 41088
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

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An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Silver Tankard

Archive II An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot. View II
Archive III An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot. View III
Archive IV An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot. View IV
Archive V An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot. View V
Archive VI An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot. View VI
Archive VII An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot. View VII
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Sturmans Antiques Ltd
Main Street
Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 180
Items Sold 10,946
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Verified Since Sep 2012
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Location: Sturmans Antiques Ltd, Main Street, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3QW, United Kingdom
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Sep 2012
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Sold
10,946
An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot.
Georgian Silver Tankard
Ref: SA1133731
An ornate polished silver tankard featuring repousse floral and scroll motifs with a scrolled handle and stepped circular foot.
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  • ObjectTankards & Mugs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • Material[Sterling Silver]
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRepousse scrolls, Floral embossing, C-scroll handle, Stepped foot
  • SizeH 9.5 cm (4 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 7.5 cm (3 in)

The Georgian era, spanning the reigns of the four King Georges from 1714 to 1830, saw significant developments in silversmithing, transitioning from plain, functional forms with classical proportions to heavily chased, ornate rococo and neo-classical designs later in the period.

These vessels were typically crafted from sterling silver, adhering to strict assay office standards, and were often constructed using techniques such as raising from a single sheet of metal, casting for handles and feet, and hand-chasing or repousse work for surface ornamentation.

Authenticity is primarily verified through clear hallmarks stamped onto the metal, which typically include the makers mark, standard mark for sterling silver, assay office mark indicating the city of testing, and a date letter corresponding to the specific year of production.

A historical silver vessel can be integrated into modern spaces by using it as a striking decorative accent on a mantelpiece, open shelving, or as a contrasting metallic element against matte surfaces and contemporary art.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using specialist non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth to maintain its patina, avoiding harsh chemical dips, and stored in tarnish-resistant cloth in a dry environment to prevent oxidation.
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