An Outstanding Mid Victorian Silver & Glass Claret Jug

An outstanding silver mounted claret jug dating from the mid-Victorian era. The hallmarked silver mount is fully cast and features repousse flower panels and a large oval vacant cartouche. The serpentine handle sweeps downwards towards the base with a 'kick' at the end and features acanthis leaves to the top and bottom. To the rear is a pierced silver panel, supporting the handle and the pouring lip is engraved with leaves and reeds.

The lid has a beaded border, repeated on the collar, a pierced thumb-grip and a gorgeous armorial of a rampant lion. The glass body is baluster in shape and features an etched diamond and floral pattern and the raised foot has a polished pontil mark. A superior piece, both practical and decorative. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing :- £25.00 UK

£40.00 Europe

£45.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no chips or cracks to the glass and no dents or splits to the silver.

Marks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- Sheffield 1865.

Maker :- W & G Sissons.

Height :- 26 cms.

Depth :- 13 cms.

Width :- 18 cms. (including handle).

Payment by BANK TRANSFER (preferred),DEBIT/CREDIT CARD, or PAYPAL. Great care is taken with packing and only 'signed for or tracked' postal options are used, where available. In the UK, Royal Mail Special Delivery is used, which is both fully insured against loss or damage and guaranteed next day (excluding weekends). If an item goes missing, or is damaged in the post, all available assistance will be offered to make a claim against the provider. Loss or damage in transit, is NOT the responsibility of the seller.

IMPORTANT PLEASE NOTE. Due to the imposition by some countries of an import tariff - an additional charge may be required to prepay tax duty. Please be aware of this if purchasing from overseas. If this additional charge is not acceptable, please do not proceed with the purchase.

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