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Silver Christening Mug Tankard Sheffield 1953
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Silver Christening Mug Tankard Sheffield 1953

1940 - 1960
For Sale by Aramis Antiques
Description

An early Elizabeth II silver christening mug or tankard with clear hallmarks for Sheffield 1953, Queen’s head and makers mark for Atkin Bros. This well made and well designed mug is made of plain smooth silver. The urn shape bowl has very slightly tapering sides, and is set on a circular base. The interesting handle has an angled shape with delicate scroll below. Good gauge of silver, droid design and excellent condition.

Weight 130gr

Physical Dimensions
Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Declaration

Aramis Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Christening Mug to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1229211
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27/S10
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Description
An early Elizabeth II silver christening mug or tankard with clear hallmarks for Sheffield 1953, Queen’s head and makers mark for Atkin Bros. This well made and well designed mug is made of plain smooth silver. The urn shape bowl has very slightly tapering sides, and is set on a circular base. The interesting handle has an angled shape with delicate scroll below. Good gauge of silver, droid design and excellent condition.

Weight 130gr

Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Date of Manufacture

Aramis Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Christening Mug to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1229211
Dealers Internal Ref
27/S10
Aramis Antiques
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A solid sterling silver christening mug featuring a plain body, a stepped circular base, and an angular scroll handle.
Silver christening mug tankard Sheffield 1953
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A solid sterling silver christening mug featuring a plain body, a stepped circular base, and an angular scroll handle.
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Silver christening mugs became popular during the Victorian era as traditional gifts bestowed upon godchildren to mark their baptism or naming ceremony, symbolising good fortune, health, and prosperity.

Authentic sterling silver mugs are crafted from an alloy containing 92.5 percent pure silver mixed with copper for structural durability, typically constructed using raised sheet metal techniques with soldered handles and footrings.

Authentic Sheffield silver pieces bear a distinct set of hallmarks including the crown symbol for the Sheffield assay office, the lion passant for sterling purity, a specific date letter, and a makers mark.

A silver mug can be repurposed as a small vessel for fresh floral arrangements, a desk container for stationery, or grouped alongside other silver items on a sideboard or bookshelf to provide metallic contrast.

Clean silver items regularly using a soft cotton cloth and specialised non-abrasive silver polish, avoiding harsh chemical cleansers, and store them in tarnish-resistant cloth covers away from direct moisture.
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