A Rare Victorian Solid Silver Hip Flask with Cup & Chain - Alfred Taylor 1862

Name: A Rare Victorian Solid Silver Hip Flask with Cup & Chain - Alfred Taylor 1862
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA876202
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Artisan Antiques

Description

We are delighted to offer this beautiful and rare solid silver Victorian hip flask made by Alfred Taylor, Birmingham 1862.

The entire flask is beautifully crafted and formed from a fantastic gauge of thick silver and has a very sturdy and satisfying feel in hand.

Unlike most counterpart silver hip flasks, this flask was made in the mid-Victorian era and features a fully solid silver base cup and original top chain. The bottom cup can be detached and used to pour whiskey (or beverages of your choice) and drink in an opulent and stylish manner as opposed to straight out the top.

The interior of the cup is gilt (gold lining) which not only looks fabulous with whiskey but prevents the silver from tarnishing. The top lid retains its original cork and is fastened to the body of the flask with a silver chain preventing misplacement or losing the lid.

A fantastic piece of portable Victorian silverware made in the most desirable quality and design - ideal for collectors whether it be for display, usage or part of interior decor.

Full English hallmarks are present at the base of the cup, with matching marks on the inner base of the flask and the opposite side of the cup.

SIZE

Size (mm) H:12.5cm W:6.5cm

Size (inches) H:4.92 W:2.55

Weight: 214 grams (6.88 oz t)

CONDITION

Good Condition - The flask is in good antique condition considering its age with no major damage or issues.

For accuracy: there are a few minor dings/dents with surface scratches to be expected with age (last two images).

We aim to overemphasise and state these issues to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect usage of the items.

Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

12.5cm (4.92")

Width

6.5cm (2.56")

Declaration

Artisan Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA876202

Dealers Notes

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Description

We are delighted to offer this beautiful and rare solid silver Victorian hip flask made by Alfred Taylor, Birmingham 1862.

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The entire flask is beautifully crafted and formed from a fantastic gauge of thick silver and has a very sturdy and satisfying feel in hand.

Artisan Antiques

fig 1. A Rare Victorian Solid Silver Hip Flask with Cup & Chain - Alfred Taylor 1862

Unlike most counterpart silver hip flasks, this flask was made in the mid-Victorian era and features a fully solid silver base cup and original top chain. The bottom cup can be detached and used to pour whiskey (or beverages of your choice) and drink in an opulent and stylish manner as opposed to straight out the top.

fig 2. A Rare Victorian Solid Silver Hip Flask with Cup & Chain - Alfred Taylor 1862

The interior of the cup is gilt (gold lining) which not only looks fabulous with whiskey but prevents the silver from tarnishing. The top lid retains its original cork and is fastened to the body of the flask with a silver chain preventing misplacement or losing the lid.

fig 3. A Rare Victorian Solid Silver Hip Flask with Cup & Chain - Alfred Taylor 1862

A fantastic piece of portable Victorian silverware made in the most desirable quality and design - ideal for collectors whether it be for display, usage or part of interior decor.

Full English hallmarks are present at the base of the cup, with matching marks on the inner base of the flask and the opposite side of the cup.

fig 4. A Rare Victorian Solid Silver Hip Flask with Cup & Chain - Alfred Taylor 1862

SIZE

Size (mm) H:12.5cm W:6.5cm

Size (inches) H:4.92 W:2.55

Weight: 214 grams (6.88 oz t)

CONDITION

Good Condition - The flask is in good antique condition considering its age with no major damage or issues.

fig 5. A Rare Victorian Solid Silver Hip Flask with Cup & Chain - Alfred Taylor 1862

For accuracy: there are a few minor dings/dents with surface scratches to be expected with age (last two images).

We aim to overemphasise and state these issues to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor affect usage of the items.

fig 6. A Rare Victorian Solid Silver Hip Flask with Cup & Chain - Alfred Taylor 1862

Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.

FREE SHIPPING

Artisan Antiques offers a Global Free Shipping Service with discreet packaging and delivery. We will always ensure you receive the item and see the delivery through to the end.