Search 0
28,116  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 204 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
204 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Items per page
ID #SA960132
SOLD
Email
Save
Rare German Hanau Solid Silver Wager Cup Marriage Cup C1900 Antique
The Silver Squirrel
sold SA960132
Sorry, but this item has been sold.
The Silver Squirrel

The Silver Squirrel

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jun 2021
View Dealers Stock Page
Id #SA960132
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Rare German Hanau Solid Silver Wager Cup Marriage Cup C1900 Antique

1900 - 1920
Description

A rare German Hanau solid silver wager cup or marriage cup. It is hallmarked with the Hanau makers mark for B Neresheimer and dates to c1900. The Marriage cup originated in Bavaria c1560 and was called a 'Jungfraubecher'. It is a double drinking cup used in a wedding, the skirt cup for the groom and the smaller tilting cup for the bride. The idea is to both drink the contents at the same time without spilling a drop. They were later used as a wager cup that the end of the 19th century. It is in superb condition being free from dings splits and repairs. It measures approx. 3.25 inches (8.7cm) tall by 1.75 inches (4.2cm) across the larger cup and 1 inch (2.8cm) across the smaller one and weighs 44 grams. A nice clean useable piece.

Declaration

The Silver Squirrel has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA960132
Dealers Internal Reference
28432
Dealers Notes

LOTS MORE ANTIQUE & MODERN SILVER ITEMS OUR WEB SITE http://the-silver-squirrel.com

& OUR EBAY SHOP thesilversquirrel

Weights and measurements are approximate.

Free UK Tracked 24 delivery.

Worldwide International Tracked shipping £15 flat rate (we will combined shipping costs).

We aim to dispatched within one working day.

30-day money back guarantee.

Any enquiries please email thesilversquirrel@btinternet.com

Description
A rare German Hanau solid silver wager cup or marriage cup. It is hallmarked with the Hanau makers mark for B Neresheimer and dates to c1900. The Marriage cup originated in Bavaria c1560 and was called a 'Jungfraubecher'.
“
It is a double drinking cup used in a wedding, the skirt cup for the groom and the smaller tilting cup for the bride.
The Silver Squirrel

The idea is to both drink the contents at the same time without spilling a drop. They were later used as a wager cup that the end of the 19th century. It is in superb condition being free from dings splits and repairs. It measures approx. 3.25 inches (8.7cm) tall by 1.75 inches (4.2cm) across the larger cup and 1 inch (2.8cm) across the smaller one and weighs 44 grams. A nice clean useable piece.

Date of Manufacture

The Silver Squirrel has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA960132
Dealers Internal Ref
28432
The Silver Squirrel
The Silver Squirrel
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2021
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the The Silver Squirrel Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE
1 / 8
Archive I RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE

Rare German Hanau Solid Silver Wager Cup Marriage Cup C1900 Antique

Archive II RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE View II
Archive III RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE View III
Archive IV RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE View IV
Archive V RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE View V
Archive VI RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE View VI
Archive VII RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE View VII
Archive VIII RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE View VIII
Enlarged Archival View
The Silver Squirrel

The Silver Squirrel
Telephone 07858 061802
Location
West Lindsey
Lincolnshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/thesilversquirrel
Verified Since Jun 2021
Items For Sale 148
Items Sold 2,732
The Silver Squirrel
The Silver Squirrel
Verified Since Jun 2021
View Dealer Info
Location: West Lindsey, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/thesilversquirrel
Verified
Jun 2021
For Sale
148
Sold
2,732
RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE
RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE
Ref: SA960132
RARE GERMAN HANAU SOLID SILVER WAGER CUP MARRIAGE CUP c1900 ANTIQUE
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories