What is the difference between a mug and a tankard?

Historically, tankards refer specifically to lidded drinking vessels, whereas mugs remain open at the top. Over time, the terms became interchangeable in many historical listings. You will find both open pint mugs and lid-fitted beer vessels described under the same headings in antique markets.

Were these silver vessels used for everyday drinking?

Wealthy households and taverns utilised silver and plated vessels for daily ale and beer consumption. Their robust construction allowed them to withstand regular use at dining tables and social gatherings. Today, many collectors continue to use solid silver and plated pints for drinks or display them as functional barware.

How do I identify a Georgian silver tankard?

Georgian pieces display hallmarks indicating the reigns of the Kings George, spanning from the early eighteenth century to the early nineteenth century. Stylistic clues include plain baluster bodies, sturdy scroll handles, and occasionally maker marks from prominent London silversmiths. Matching the stamped date letters against official assay office records confirms the exact year of production.

What is Old Sheffield Plate?

Old Sheffield Plate is an early composite material created by fusing silver to a copper base before rolling them into sheets. This method differs from later nineteenth-century electroplating by showing copper edges where wear occurs. Pieces made with this technique date predominantly from the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries.

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A silver beer tankard brings heavy metal drinking vessels directly from historic taverns and dining halls into active modern use.

18th century

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Rare 18th Century Old Sheffield Plated Beer Jug Early Marks

From David Pickett Antiques

£195

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18th century

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Georgian Pewter Tankard

From Antoinettes Heirlooms

£105

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Large Old Sheffield Plated Tankard C1800

19th century

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Large Old Sheffield Plated Tankard C1800

From David Pickett Antiques

£165

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Antique English Victorian "Quart" Pewter Tankard ~ Watts & Harton

19th century

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Antique English Victorian "Quart" Pewter Tankard ~ Watts & Harton

From Applecross Antiques

£245

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Good Old Sheffield Plated Lidded Tankard C1780

18th century

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Good Old Sheffield Plated Lidded Tankard C1780

From David Pickett Antiques

£225

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19th century

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Antique Silver Mounted Glass Tankard.

From George James Antiques

£395

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18th century

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Old Sheffield Plate Beer Jug.

From George James Antiques

£245

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19th century

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Antique Victorian Silver Plated Embossed and Engraved Mug C1870

From Regent Antiques

£125

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18th century

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18th Century Old Sheffield Plated Pint Tankard

From David Pickett Antiques

£145

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17th century

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Antique Charles II English Sterling Silver Tankard 1680 17th Century

From Regent Antiques

£8,500

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Listings feature items spanning the seventeenth century through the Georgian and Victorian periods, executed in sterling silver, Old Sheffield Plate, and pewter.

19th century

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Good Small Silver Plated Glass Bottom Lidded Tankard

From David Pickett Antiques

£125

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Good Large Old Sheffield Plated Tankard C1800

19th century

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Good Large Old Sheffield Plated Tankard C1800

From David Pickett Antiques

£165

FOR SALE

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18th century

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18th Century Old Sheffield Plated Quart Tankard

From David Pickett Antiques

£245

FOR SALE

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18th century

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1742 London Georgian Solid Silver Tankard Antique 18thc Mug 238.9g

From Bushells Antiques

£895

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19th century

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Victorian Silver Plated Lidded Beer Tankard or Cider Jug

From Honey Tilley Antiques

£320

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Fine Old Sheffield Plated Quart Tankard C1800

19th century

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Fine Old Sheffield Plated Quart Tankard C1800

From David Pickett Antiques

£175

FOR SALE

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Silver Beer Tankard

Rare 18th Century Old Sheffield Plated Beer Jug Early Marks

Georgian Pewter Tankard

Large Old Sheffield Plated Tankard C1800

Antique English Victorian "Quart" Pewter Tankard ~ Watts & Harton

Good Old Sheffield Plated Lidded Tankard C1780

Antique Silver Mounted Glass Tankard.

Old Sheffield Plate Beer Jug.

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Embossed and Engraved Mug C1870

18th Century Old Sheffield Plated Pint Tankard

Antique Charles II English Sterling Silver Tankard 1680 17th Century

Good Small Silver Plated Glass Bottom Lidded Tankard

Good Large Old Sheffield Plated Tankard C1800

18th Century Old Sheffield Plated Quart Tankard

1742 London Georgian Solid Silver Tankard Antique 18thc Mug 238.9g

Victorian Silver Plated Lidded Beer Tankard or Cider Jug

Fine Old Sheffield Plated Quart Tankard C1800

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