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Antique George V Sterling Silver 'Bird' Christening Mug 1911
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Antique George V Sterling Silver 'Bird' Christening Mug 1911

1900 - 1920
Sold 22 August 2025 · Robert Bush Antiques
This “Antique George V Sterling Silver 'Bird' Christening Mug 1911” found a buyer.

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Description

This is a super antique sterling silver christening mug/tankard measuring 2 3/4" (7 cms) tall x 2 1/4" (6 cms) across the top.

It's hallmarked for Sheffield 1911 with the silversmiths mark for Walker & Hall and it also shows the Walker & Hall mark underneath the mug.

The mug is decorated around the body with a bird sitting on a branch and butterflies on either side.

The whole item is in excellent condition (any marks you can see are just reflections) and is gilded inside.

There are no initials or monograms and it weighs 118.4 grams/3.8 troy oz.

This mug will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Christening Mug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1123658
Dealers Internal Reference
9638
Dealers Notes

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Description
This is a super antique sterling silver christening mug/tankard measuring 2 3/4" (7 cms) tall x 2 1/4" (6 cms) across the top.
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It's hallmarked for Sheffield 1911 with the silversmiths mark for Walker & Hall and it also shows the Walker & Hall mark underneath the mug.
Robert Bush Antiques
fig 1. An antique George V sterling silver christening mug featuring delicate hand-engraved botanical motifs and a curved handle.
fig 1. Antique George V Sterling Silver 'Bird' Christening Mug 1911

The mug is decorated around the body with a bird sitting on a branch and butterflies on either side.

The whole item is in excellent condition (any marks you can see are just reflections) and is gilded inside.

There are no initials or monograms and it weighs 118.4 grams/3.8 troy oz.

This mug will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Christening Mug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1123658
Dealers Internal Ref
9638
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Robert Bush Antiques Profile Page

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Robert Bush Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An antique George V sterling silver christening mug featuring delicate hand-engraved botanical motifs and a curved handle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique George V Sterling Silver 'Bird' Christening Mug 1911

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Robert Bush Antiques

Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
Location
The Uplands
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/robertbushantiques
Verified Since Jun 2013
Items For Sale 133
Items Sold 3,636
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
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Location: The Uplands, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1NQ, United Kingdom
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An antique George V sterling silver christening mug featuring delicate hand-engraved botanical motifs and a curved handle.
Antique George V Sterling Silver 'Bird' Christening Mug 1911
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An antique George V sterling silver christening mug featuring delicate hand-engraved botanical motifs and a curved handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChristening Mug
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian / George V
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHand-engraved foliage, Beaded borders, C-scroll handle
  • SizeH 6 cm (2 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Silver christening mugs have been presented as traditional gifts for newborns and christenings in Britain since the 17th century, symbolising good wishes for future prosperity and health.

Authentic period pieces are traditionally crafted from sterling silver, often featuring hand-engraved motifs, chased details, and a gilded interior known as wash-gilding.

Authenticity is verified by examining the official hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically include the makers mark, standard mark for sterling silver, city assay office mark, and a date letter.

This piece can be styled as a decorative display object on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or sideboard, adding a touch of historical craftsmanship and metallic sheen to modern spaces.

Preservation requires gentle cleaning with a specialised non-abrasive silver cloth to maintain the patina, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can strip away historical character and delicate engravings.
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