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Antique Silver Mounted Glass Tankard.
George James Antiques
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Antique Silver Mounted Glass Tankard.

19th century
Description

Victorian silver mounted, clear glass, lidded tankard; of circular form with wicker-bound handle, this fabulous piece is in absolutely pristine condition. The silverwork is of the highest quality, in a beautiful pierced foliate design to the top and bottom of the clear glass body. Each section is well hallmarked, and the lid is a joy to behold! Top-flight maker, as crisp as the day it was made; perfect!

London. 1899. William Comyns.

Height 18cm.

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George James Antiques has dated this Silver Mounted Glass Tankard to the 1890s.

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SA155045
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28/1128
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Description
Victorian silver mounted, clear glass, lidded tankard; of circular form with wicker-bound handle, this fabulous piece is in absolutely pristine condition.
The silverwork is of the highest quality, in a beautiful pierced foliate design to the top and bottom of the clear glass body.
George James Antiques

Each section is well hallmarked, and the lid is a joy to behold! Top-flight maker, as crisp as the day it was made; perfect!

London. 1899. William Comyns.

Height 18cm.

Date of Manufacture

George James Antiques has dated this Silver Mounted Glass Tankard to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA155045
Dealers Internal Ref
28/1128
George James Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2007
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A clear glass tankard featuring ornate pierced silver scrollwork mounts at the top and base, a hinged silver lid, and a natural cane-wrapped handle.
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Archive I A clear glass tankard featuring ornate pierced silver scrollwork mounts at the top and base, a hinged silver lid, and a natural cane-wrapped handle.

Antique Silver Mounted Glass Tankard.

Archive II A clear glass tankard featuring ornate pierced silver scrollwork mounts at the top and base, a hinged silver lid, and a natural cane-wrapped handle. View II
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A clear glass tankard featuring ornate pierced silver scrollwork mounts at the top and base, a hinged silver lid, and a natural cane-wrapped handle.
Antique Silver Mounted Glass Tankard.
Ref: SA155045
A clear glass tankard featuring ornate pierced silver scrollwork mounts at the top and base, a hinged silver lid, and a natural cane-wrapped handle.
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A silver-mounted glass tankard is a traditional drinking vessel or serving jug combining a clear glass body with decorative silver or silver-plated collars, lids, and mounts. Popularised in the nineteenth century, these vessels were frequently used for serving ale, claret, or water at formal table settings.

These items were constructed using blown or cut glass paired with sterling silver or electroplated nickel silver fittings. Handles were often wrapped in woven cane or wicker to provide thermal insulation and protect the users hand from cold liquid or condensation.

Authentic pieces generally display official silver hallmarks or makers marks struck into the metal collar, lid, or mount. Additional indicators include hand-chased or pierced decoration, natural wear patterns to the glass base, and aged patination or slight oxidisation near joining points.

Position the piece on a dining room sideboard top, a brass bar cart, or inside a glass-fronted cabinet alongside historic glassware. Combining metalwork and glass textures adds visual interest to dark wood or minimalist backdrops.

Hand wash the interior using warm water and mild detergent, taking care not to submerge any woven cane handles in water. Clean the silver metalwork with a soft silver polishing cloth rather than abrasive liquid cleaners, and avoid using modern dishwashers.
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