Victorian 1896 James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Art Deco Two-handled Trophy Cup

Name: Victorian 1896 James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Art Deco Two-handled Trophy Cup
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1183735
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Bushells Antiques

Description

Victorian 1896 James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Art Deco Two-Handled Trophy Cup

An antique sterling silver two-handled trophy cup from the Art Deco period. The hallmarks confirm that the cup was made by James Dixon & Sons (JD&S), a prominent manufacturer from Sheffield. The piece was assayed at the Sheffield Assay Office and bears the lion passant standard mark, which guarantees it is made of 92.5% pure sterling silver. The date letter "I" within the shield indicates that the item was hallmarked in 1896. This cup is a historical piece that would have been awarded as a prize or ceremonial item.

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

Incl. Handles: 22 x 23.5 x 1 cm

770 grams

Declaration

Bushells Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1183735

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Description

Victorian 1896 James Dixon & Sons Sheffield Art Deco Two-Handled Trophy Cup

An antique sterling silver two-handled trophy cup from the Art Deco period.

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The hallmarks confirm that the cup was made by James Dixon & Sons (JD&S), a prominent manufacturer from Sheffield.

Bushells Antiques

The piece was assayed at the Sheffield Assay Office and bears the lion passant standard mark, which guarantees it is made of 92.5% pure sterling silver. The date letter "I" within the shield indicates that the item was hallmarked in 1896. This cup is a historical piece that would have been awarded as a prize or ceremonial item.

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

Incl. Handles: 22 x 23.5 x 1 cm

770 grams

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1183735

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