What is the difference between a cream jug and a milk jug?

Cream jugs are generally smaller vessels designed to hold rich cream for tea service, while milk jugs offer slightly larger capacity for everyday table use. Both forms appear in sterling silver or with glass bodies, reflecting the dining customs of the Edwardian and George V periods.

How do I care for a sterling silver and glass jug?

Wash the vessel by hand in warm soapy water, avoiding harsh abrasive cloths on the silver mounts and glass surfaces alike. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth to prevent water spots on the metal and crystal. Store silver away from rubber and damp environments to maintain the finish of the metal.

What is a whisky noggin used for?

A whisky noggin served as a personal spirit decanter at the end of a meal or in a study. The small scale allowed a gentleman to pour a measured drink directly at the table. They frequently include a matching silver-mounted label and a hinged lid.

How can I tell an Edwardian jug from a Victorian one?

Date letters stamped within the hallmarks provide the exact year of assay at offices such as London, Birmingham, or Sheffield. Edwardian pieces date from the reign of Edward VII, showing lighter, often more refined decorative motifs than heavier Victorian items. Stylistic cues such as Arts and Crafts influences or George V markers help narrow the production era when marks are rubbed.

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An edwardian sterling jug brings domestic silver and cut glass together with crisp craftsmanship for the table.

Exceptionally Fine Solid Silver and Cut & Engraved Glass ‘Daisy’ Pattern Claret Jug by William Davenport, Birmingham, 1906

1900 - 1920

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Exceptionally Fine Solid Silver and Cut & Engraved Glass ‘Daisy’ Pattern Claret Jug by William Davenport, Birmingham, 1906

From Hough & Son

£625

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1900 - 1920

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A Stylish George V Silver Sauce/ Gravy Boat

From Andrew Cox Antiques

£210

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silver

1900 - 1920

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Edwardian Silver Side-handled Coffee Pot & Milk Jug Harrison Brothers & Howson

From Bushells Antiques

£1,450

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1900 - 1920

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Pair of Antique Silver Capped Whisky Noggins

From The Silver Cabinet

£525

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1900 - 1920

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Rare Antique Sterling Silver Boxed 5 Piece Sheffield 1906 Hallmarked Complete Tea and Coffee Service in the Original Fitted Case, Made by Very Collectable Maker Harry Atkin.

From Serpentine Antiques

£2,995

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Edwardian Sterling Jug

Exceptionally Fine Solid Silver and Cut & Engraved Glass ‘Daisy’ Pattern Claret Jug by William Davenport, Birmingham, 1906

A Stylish George V Silver Sauce/ Gravy Boat

Edwardian Silver Side-handled Coffee Pot & Milk Jug Harrison Brothers & Howson

Pair of Antique Silver Capped Whisky Noggins

Rare Antique Sterling Silver Boxed 5 Piece Sheffield 1906 Hallmarked Complete Tea and Coffee Service in the Original Fitted Case, Made by Very Collectable Maker Harry Atkin.

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