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An Early George V Novelty Silver Tot Cup / Measure
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An Early George V Novelty Silver Tot Cup / Measure

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Booth Antiques
Description

A charming example of novelty silver bar ware. This is a delightful tot cup or measure, formed to represent a miniature trophy or loving cup. It is of pleasing tapering form, with a raised reeded base and applied twin handles. A lovely collector's item, with a practical use. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£45.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no splits or dents.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- London 1911.

Maker :- Wakely & Wheeler.

Height :- 4 cms.

Width :- 6.5 cms.

Depth :- 4 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Booth Antiques has dated this George V Silver Tot Cup to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239489
Dealers Internal Reference
B599
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Description
A charming example of novelty silver bar ware. This is a delightful tot cup or measure, formed to represent a miniature trophy or loving cup. It is of pleasing tapering form, with a raised reeded base and applied twin handles. A lovely collector's item, with a practical use. Dimensions below.
fig 1. A small George V sterling silver tot cup measure featuring twin scroll handles and visible hallmarks on the exterior body.
fig 1. An Early George V Novelty Silver Tot Cup / Measure

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£45.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no splits or dents.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- London 1911.

Maker :- Wakely & Wheeler.

Height :- 4 cms.

Width :- 6.5 cms.

Depth :- 4 cms.

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Booth Antiques has dated this George V Silver Tot Cup to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239489
Dealers Internal Ref
B599
Booth Antiques
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Archive I A small George V sterling silver tot cup measure featuring twin scroll handles and visible hallmarks on the exterior body.

An Early George V Novelty Silver Tot Cup / Measure

Archive II A small George V sterling silver tot cup measure featuring twin scroll handles and visible hallmarks on the exterior body. View II
Archive III A small George V sterling silver tot cup measure featuring twin scroll handles and visible hallmarks on the exterior body. View III
Archive IV A small George V sterling silver tot cup measure featuring twin scroll handles and visible hallmarks on the exterior body. View IV
Archive V A small George V sterling silver tot cup measure featuring twin scroll handles and visible hallmarks on the exterior body. View V
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A small George V sterling silver tot cup measure featuring twin scroll handles and visible hallmarks on the exterior body.
An early George V Novelty Silver Tot Cup / Measure
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A small George V sterling silver tot cup measure featuring twin scroll handles and visible hallmarks on the exterior body.
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  • ObjectSpirit Measures
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorge V
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsTwin scroll handles, Moulded base rim, Stamped hallmarks, Flared lip
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 6.5 cm (3 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

This early George V sterling silver tot cup or measure takes the form of a miniature trophy or loving cup. Dating from 1911 and produced by Wakely & Wheeler in London, the piece exhibits a bright silver finish with a tapering body, a flared lip, applied twin scroll handles with curved terminals, and a raised reeded base rim. Stamped hallmarks appear clearly on the exterior surface of the cup, alongside light surface marks indicative of period use. The item measures 4 cm high, 6.5 cm wide, and 4 cm deep. Today, collectors appreciate such novelty silver barware for display in a gentleman's library or on a sideboard top. It functions practically as a spirit measure in modern home entertaining settings. The sturdy sterling silver construction provides durability while maintaining its traditional aesthetic appeal on a tabletop surface.

FAQs

Tot cups and spirit measures crafted in sterling silver became popular during the late Victorian and George V eras as novelty items for domestic bars and dining rooms. Often designed to mimic miniature trophy cups, thimbles, or tankards, these vessels were designed to measure single portions of spirits.

These items were predominantly cast or hand-spun from sterling silver containing 92.5% pure silver alloyed with copper for durability. Handles were soldered onto the body, and the exterior surface was finished with hand-stamped hallmarks indicating the assay office and purity.

Authentic British silver from the George V period features a full set of official hallmarks: the lion passant for sterling silver, an assay office symbol, a specific date letter, and a makers mark. The style of construction and weight of the silver also distinguish original period items from later reproductions.

A small silver tot cup can be displayed on a sideboard tray alongside crystal decanters, placed on a library bookshelf, or integrated into a curated bar cart arrangement. Its compact proportions make it suitable for display in glass cabinets or alongside other table accessories.

Clean sterling silver using a soft microfibre cloth and a specialist non-abrasive silver polish to remove tarnish and oxidisation. Store silver items in low-humidity environments away from direct sulfur sources to minimise recurring tarnish.
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