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Superb Quality Sterling Silver Gilt Hip Flask
Piers Rankin Antique Silver
for sale €333     $362
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Piers Rankin Antique Silver

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Superb Quality Sterling Silver Gilt Hip Flask

19th century
Description

A superb quality Sterling silver gilt hip flask previously owned by an Earl or Count with a hammered effect screw down lid and a clear facet cut glass body. The detachable cup is engraved in the cartouche with the five point crown. Very good original condition.

Date: c.1898.

Maker: Norman Marshall, London

Capacity: 5fl oz

Weight: 350g

Physical Dimensions
Height
15.2cm (5.98")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Declaration

Piers Rankin Antique Silver has dated this Silver Gilt Hip Flask to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171059
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HF-P69696
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Description
A superb quality Sterling silver gilt hip flask previously owned by an Earl or Count with a hammered effect screw down lid and a clear facet cut glass body. The detachable cup is engraved in the cartouche with the five point crown. Very good original condition.

Date: c.1898.

Maker: Norman Marshall, London

Capacity: 5fl oz

Weight: 350g

Height
15.2cm (5.98")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Date of Manufacture

Piers Rankin Antique Silver has dated this Silver Gilt Hip Flask to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1171059
Dealers Internal Ref
HF-P69696
Piers Rankin Antique Silver
Piers Rankin Antique Silver
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2017

Piers rankin antique silver is a premier silver dealer est. Over 35 years. Dealing with trade and private clients. Worldwide shipping.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Piers Rankin Antique Silver Profile Page

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Archive I A clear cut glass hip flask featuring a hammered sterling silver gilt cap and matching detachable base cup.

Superb Quality Sterling Silver Gilt Hip Flask

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Piers Rankin Antique Silver

Piers Rankin Antique Silver
Telephone 07850 329370
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c/o Tudor House
Sheep Street
Stow-on-the-Wold
Gloucestershire
GL54 1AA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/piersrankinsilver
Verified Since Jan 2017
Items For Sale 139
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Piers Rankin Antique Silver
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Location: c/o Tudor House, Sheep Street, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, GL54 1AA, United Kingdom
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A clear cut glass hip flask featuring a hammered sterling silver gilt cap and matching detachable base cup.
Superb Quality Sterling Silver Gilt Hip Flask
Ref: SA1171059
A clear cut glass hip flask featuring a hammered sterling silver gilt cap and matching detachable base cup.
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FAQs

A silver gilt hip flask is a portable liquid container crafted from sterling silver coated with a thin layer of gold, often featuring a glass body and a removable drinking cup base. Popularised during the 19th and early 20th centuries, these flasks were designed for carrying spirits during outdoor pursuits such as field sports and travelling.

Antique hip flasks typically combine hand-cut or moulded glass with sterling silver, silver gilt, or pewter mounts. Higher-end examples feature silver gilt fittingssolid sterling silver electroplated with golda bayonet or screw-cap mechanism, and a detachable silver base cup to protect the glass base.

Authentic British pieces bear official hallmarks, including the makers mark, lion passant for sterling silver, assay office mark, and date letter stamped on both the collar mount and removable cup. Antique gilt finishes often show light rub wear on high points, revealing the silver beneath, while caps contain original internal cork linings or precise screw threading.

An antique silver gilt flask serves as a functional accent on a bar cart, tray, or within a glass-fronted display cabinet alongside antique glassware. Displaying it alongside brass or silver bar accessories highlights its warm metallic finish and cut glass structure.

Clean the glass interior with warm water and mild detergent using a bottle brush, avoiding complete submersion of cork-lined caps. Gently wipe the silver gilt exterior with a soft cotton cloth, avoiding harsh silver polishes or abrasive chemicals that can strip away the delicate layer of gold.
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