Victorian Miniature James Dixon Silver Spirit Hip Flask & Cup. 1894.

Name: Victorian Miniature James Dixon Silver Spirit Hip Flask & Cup. 1894.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA797808
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Krave Antiques

Description

This charming miniature antique hip flask which is made of silver is fully hallmarked to every section for 1894, has a detachable hallmarked silver cup, hinged flip / bayonet top and is made by renowned silversmith James Dixon and Sons.

The bayonet top is tight and seals well so does not leak. The detachable cup is in clean condition.

A quality Victorian flask that has a wonderful petite charm so would make a nice gift.

Material: Solid Silver.

Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked for silver, Crown for Sheffield, makers mark J.D & S for James Dixon and Sons. Date letter b. Hallmarked to the cup, flask body, top and collar.

Date: 1894.

Dimensions: 10 cm (4") High. 6 cm (2 1/4") Wide. 2 cm (3/4") Deep.

Total weight: 92 grams.

Condition: Good usable antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. A few bruises to front of body, some light surface scratches and tarnish. The lid has been fitted with a new cork and closes tightly with no leaks. No splits, holes or breaks. Good clean cup. No monogram.

Physical Dimensions

Height

10cm (3.94")

Width

6cm (2.36")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Declaration

Krave Antiques has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA797808

Dealers Internal Reference

VSHF1730

Dealers Notes

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Description

fig 1. Victorian Miniature James Dixon Silver Spirit Hip Flask & Cup. 1894.

The bayonet top is tight and seals well so does not leak. The detachable cup is in clean condition.

A quality Victorian flask that has a wonderful petite charm so would make a nice gift.

Material: Solid Silver.

fig 2. Victorian Miniature James Dixon Silver Spirit Hip Flask & Cup. 1894.

Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked for silver, Crown for Sheffield, makers mark J.D & S for James Dixon and Sons. Date letter b. Hallmarked to the cup, flask body, top and collar.

Date: 1894.

Dimensions: 10 cm (4") High. 6 cm (2 1/4") Wide. 2 cm (3/4") Deep.

fig 3. Victorian Miniature James Dixon Silver Spirit Hip Flask & Cup. 1894.

Total weight: 92 grams.

Condition: Good usable antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. A few bruises to front of body, some light surface scratches and tarnish. The lid has been fitted with a new cork and closes tightly with no leaks. No splits, holes or breaks. Good clean cup. No monogram.