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Col W Macnaught Mc Solid Silver Spirit Hip Flask 1945 Military 306g Ramc Indi
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Col W Macnaught Mc Solid Silver Spirit Hip Flask 1945 Military 306g Ramc Indi

1920 - 1940
Sold 26 January 2026 · The Silver Squirrel
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A very interesting rare Anglo Indian solid silver hip flask. It is marked SILVER and tests as high grade silver. It has been stylishly designed and engraved 'COLONEL W. MacNaught M.C. FROM THE OFFERS OF 107 B.G.H. JALAHALLI JULY 1945'. BGH were the British General Hospitals, I think this could refer to William MacNaught RAMC who is mention in the gazette during WWI receiving his MC in 1918 for gallantry under fire whilst removing wounded.

Lt. (T./Capt.) William Wyllie MacNaught, M.B., R.A.M.C. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. He organised a bearer party during an action, and collected and cleared many wounded under heavy shell fire. His prompt and gallant action saved many lives.

It is in superb condition being free from splits holes and repairs. It measures approx. 6 inches (15.5cm) tall by 4 inches (10cm) across 1 inch (2.6cm) wide and weighs 306 grams. A superbly made interesting piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Solid Silver Hip Flask to the 1940s.

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A very interesting rare Anglo Indian solid silver hip flask. It is marked SILVER and tests as high grade silver. It has been stylishly designed and engraved 'COLONEL W. MacNaught M.C. FROM THE OFFERS OF 107 B.G.H. JALAHALLI JULY 1945'. BGH were the British General Hospitals, I think this could refer to William MacNaught RAMC who is mention in the gazette during WWI receiving his MC in 1918 for gallantry under fire whilst removing wounded.

Lt. (T./Capt.) William Wyllie MacNaught, M.B., R.A.M.C. For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty.

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He organised a bearer party during an action, and collected and cleared many wounded under heavy shell fire.
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His prompt and gallant action saved many lives.

fig 1. A curved, heavy solid silver hip flask featuring an engraved military presentation inscription and a spherical screw-cap closure.
fig 1. Col W Macnaught Mc Solid Silver Spirit Hip Flask 1945 Military 306g Ramc Indi

It is in superb condition being free from splits holes and repairs. It measures approx. 6 inches (15.5cm) tall by 4 inches (10cm) across 1 inch (2.6cm) wide and weighs 306 grams. A superbly made interesting piece.

Date of Manufacture

The Silver Squirrel has dated this Solid Silver Hip Flask to the 1940s.

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Archive I A curved, heavy solid silver hip flask featuring an engraved military presentation inscription and a spherical screw-cap closure. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Col W Macnaught Mc Solid Silver Spirit Hip Flask 1945 Military 306g Ramc Indi

Archive II A curved, heavy solid silver hip flask featuring an engraved military presentation inscription and a spherical screw-cap closure. View II
Archive III A curved, heavy solid silver hip flask featuring an engraved military presentation inscription and a spherical screw-cap closure. View III
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A curved, heavy solid silver hip flask featuring an engraved military presentation inscription and a spherical screw-cap closure.
COL W MACNAUGHT MC SOLID SILVER SPIRIT HIP FLASK 1945 MILITARY 306g RAMC INDI
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A curved, heavy solid silver hip flask featuring an engraved military presentation inscription and a spherical screw-cap closure.
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  • ObjectHip Flasks
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleMid-20th Century Military
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsCurved body profile, Hand-engraved inscription, Spherical screw cap, Hinged cap mechanism

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Military presentation silver pieces, such as hip flasks inscribed to officers, were frequently commissioned by regiments or mess members to mark departures, promotions, or wartime service during the mid-20th century.

These items were typically fabricated from heavy-gauge sterling silver, featuring soldered body seams, hand-engraved inscriptions, and screw-cap closures often fitted with cork or rubber washers to prevent leaks.

Authentic pieces bear standard British assay office marks, including a lion passant for sterling silver, a town mark, and a date letter corresponding to the specific year of testing.

Displaying the item on a tray, bookshelf, or desk allows it to function as a tactile conversation piece that adds historical depth to a room.

Silver objects should be cleaned infrequently using a non-abrasive silver cloth or specialist polish to preserve crisp engraving details and natural patination while removing harmful tarnish.
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