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Early Victorian Sheffield Silver Tankard
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Early Victorian Sheffield Silver Tankard

19th century
Sold 19 April 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
This “Early Victorian Sheffield Silver Tankard” found a buyer.

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Description

An early Victorian engraved solid silver tankard with decorative cast silver handle, hallmarked Sheffield 1857. Bellied base with flared rim above, Rocco design foot to the base and matching design cast silver handle set to the side. The sides of the vessel with decorative engraving and blank cartouche to the side; immaculate gilt lined interior. Bears the makers mark for Sheffield silversmiths Martin Hall & Co along with clear hallmarks. Presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 4" wide including handle x 2.75" diameter at the rim x 4" 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
10cm (3.94")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Tankard to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1135138
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 41169
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Description
An early Victorian engraved solid silver tankard with decorative cast silver handle, hallmarked Sheffield 1857.
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Bellied base with flared rim above, Rocco design foot to the base and matching design cast silver handle set to the side.
Sturmans Antiques

The sides of the vessel with decorative engraving and blank cartouche to the side; immaculate gilt lined interior. Bears the makers mark for Sheffield silversmiths Martin Hall & Co along with clear hallmarks. Presented in immaculate condition with a deep shine. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 4" wide including handle x 2.75" diameter at the rim x 4" high.

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

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Tankard to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1135138
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 41169
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

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An ornate early Victorian silver tankard featuring detailed scroll engraving and an elaborate handle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early Victorian Sheffield Silver Tankard

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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
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Location: Sturmans Antiques Ltd, Main Street, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3QW, United Kingdom
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An ornate early Victorian silver tankard featuring detailed scroll engraving and an elaborate handle.
Early Victorian Sheffield Silver Tankard
Ref: SA1135138
An ornate early Victorian silver tankard featuring detailed scroll engraving and an elaborate handle.
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  • ObjectTankards & Mugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsScroll engraving, Scrolled handle, Cast feet
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

Victorian silver tankards evolved from earlier drinking vessels, often reflecting the ornate revival styles popular during the 19th century, combining utility with decorative display.

These pieces were typically crafted from sterling silver or through the Sheffield plate process, which involved fusing a layer of silver to a copper base.

Authenticity is usually verified through hallmarks indicating the maker, assay office, and year of production, alongside characteristic weight and hand-chased engraving techniques.

It can be integrated as a decorative object on a bookshelf or mantelpiece, adding a reflective metallic accent and historical texture to contemporary spaces.

Antique silver should be gently cleaned with specialised non-abrasive silver polish only when necessary, and stored in a low-humidity environment to prevent tarnishing.
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