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A William and Mary Silver Porringer, London 1694
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for sale €3,387     $3,677
£2,895
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A William and Mary Silver Porringer, London 1694

17th century
Description

A very rare silver porringer made during the combined reign of King William and Queen Mary. Made in London in 1694 by George Cox (probably). The porringer is in excellent condition with no signs of damage or repair. There are a full set of crisp hallmarks underneath and a crest on the front. There are also original marriage initials engraved on the base as well as a later set for 1763, possibly members of the same family as both sets have a surname starting with the letter "S". A very collectable piece of pre-1700 silver in stunning condition considering its 328 years of age.

WEIGHT; 180grams or 6ozst approx.

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this William and Mary Silver Porringer to the 17th Century.

Independent Date Guide ID 07741630
Dealer's Item Date17th Century
Sellingantiques Date17th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem is 332 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 17TH CENTURY:
London date letter r on the base: 1694.
Spiral fluting with punched rosettes and scales: Stuart chasing work.
Cast scroll handles with beaded spurs: two-handled cup design.
Pricked initials on the underside: early owner or marriage cipher.
Subtle hammer marks inside the bowl: hand-raised silversmithing.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA963090
Dealers Internal Reference
6534-8331
Description
A very rare silver porringer made during the combined reign of King William and Queen Mary. Made in London in 1694 by George Cox (probably). The porringer is in excellent condition with no signs of damage or repair. There are a full set of crisp hallmarks underneath and a crest on the front.
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There are also original marriage initials engraved on the base as well as a later set for 1763, possibly members of the same family as both sets have a surname starting with the letter "S".
Highland Antiques Ltd

A very collectable piece of pre-1700 silver in stunning condition considering its 328 years of age.

WEIGHT; 180grams or 6ozst approx.

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this William and Mary Silver Porringer to the 17th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 07741630
Dealer's Item Date17th Century
Sellingantiques dating17th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem is 332 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 17th Century:
London date letter r on the base: 1694.
Spiral fluting with punched rosettes and scales: Stuart chasing work.
Cast scroll handles with beaded spurs: two-handled cup design.
Pricked initials on the underside: early owner or marriage cipher.
Subtle hammer marks inside the bowl: hand-raised silversmithing.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA963090
Dealers Internal Ref
6534-8331
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest.
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Archive I A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest.

A William and Mary Silver Porringer, London 1694

Archive II A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest. View II
Archive III A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest.
Archive V A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest. View V
Archive VI A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest. View VI
Archive VII A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest. View VII
Archive VIII A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest. View VIII
Archive IX A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest. View IX
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A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest.
A William and Mary silver porringer, London 1694
Ref: SA963090
A 1694 William and Mary sterling silver porringer with twin scroll handles, rope-moulded girdle, lower spiral fluting, and an engraved armorial crest.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPorringers
  • Period17th century
  • StyleWilliam and Mary
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsSpiral fluting, Ropework girdle, Twin scroll handles, Engraved armorial crest
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

This sterling silver porringer dates to the William and Mary period, created in London in 1694. The vessel displays a silver colour with a polished metallic finish, featuring twin scroll handles mounted to the sides, a ropework girdle encircling the upper body, and spiral fluting around the lower section. An engraved armorial crest decorates the front surface, accompanied by small stamped punchwork and decorative borders beneath the rope moulding. Measuring 9 cm high, 10 cm wide, and 17 cm deep, the piece has a compact footprint suitable for display. In a contemporary home, this porringer fits naturally on a sideboard top as a decorative display item or cabinet accent, connecting modern interiors with seventeenth-century English silver-smithing traditions. The solid silver construction maintains a reflective surface and structural integrity, presenting visible hallmarks on the underside alongside historical engraved initials on the base. The proportions suit traditional and classic room settings, offering collectors an authentic example of pre-1700 metalwork with preserved decorative detailing.

FAQs

A William and Mary silver porringer is a two-handled vessel produced during the joint reign of King William III and Queen Mary II (16891694). Often featuring spiral fluting and repousse detail, these vessels were historically used for consuming liquid foods or warm beverages such as caudle.

Seventeenth-century porringers were raised by hand hammering a sheet of sterling silver into shape. Decorative features like spiral fluting and ropework bands were achieved using repousse and chasing techniques, with cast silver handles silver-soldered to the main body.

Authentic London silver from the 1690s features a complete set of struck hallmarks, including the makers mark, the leopards head crowned, the lion passant, and a specific date letter. The gauge of silver, visible hand-hammering marks, and period-appropriate wear on high points also assist in authentication.

An antique silver porringer can be displayed as a standalone decorative accent on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or within a glass display cabinet. Placing it alongside natural wood textures or modern ceramics creates a balanced contrast between historical metalwork and contemporary decor.

Antique sterling silver should be washed gently in warm soapy water and dried thoroughly with a soft cloth. Tarnish can be removed using a non-abrasive silver polish, avoiding overly vigorous rubbing over hallmarks or light chasing to prevent detail loss.
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