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Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver mug; an addition to
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Antique 1740s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Mug Engraved with Various Animals
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage sterling silver mug engraved with various animals. Made in London, 1933 Hallmarked for
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Vintage 1930s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Art Nouveau Style Sterling Silver Mug
By Lee & Wigfull
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver mug in the Art Nouveau style; an
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Mug, Stuart Devlin, 1974
By Stuart Devlin
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Elizabeth II parcel-gilt sterling silver mug by Stuart Devlin, London, 1974. The mug is of
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Vintage 1970s British Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Mug, Stuart Devlin, 1974
Sterling Silver Mug, Stuart Devlin, 1974
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H 10.8 in W 10.4 in D 6.9 in
Striking Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Mug / Trophy, Birmingham, 1895
By Barker Brothers Silver Ltd.
Located in London, London
sterling silver mug, stands on 3 ball feet, and features a loop handle, a gilt interior, and wonderful
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Edward John & William Barnard Victorian Sterling Silver Mug
By Edward & John Barnard
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver mug, made by Edward
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Antique 1840s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Mug, C. J. Vander, London, 1976
By C.J. Vander
Located in Glasgow, GB
A sterling silver Mug by C. J. Vander, London, 1976. The mug is of tapering circular form, with
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Vintage 1970s British Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Mug, C. J. Vander, London, 1976
Sterling Silver Mug, C. J. Vander, London, 1976
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H 8.7 in W 10.8 in D 7.8 in
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Mug, Mappin & Webb, 1905
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Edwardian sterling silver mug in the Art Nouveau style. The mug is of planished and double ogee
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Mug, Mappin & Webb, 1905
Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Mug, Mappin & Webb, 1905
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H 4.57 in W 5.87 in D 3.43 in
Pair of George VI Sterling Silver Mugs, 1950
By Stower & Wragg Ltd. 1
Located in Glasgow, GB
A pair of George VI sterling silver mugs. The mugs (or tankards) are crafted in the George III
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Vintage 1950s British George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair of George VI Sterling Silver Mugs, 1950
Pair of George VI Sterling Silver Mugs, 1950
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H 5.71 in W 5.4 in D 3.47 in
Art Deco Design Sterling Silver Mug, Sheffield 1935 by Roberts & Belk
By Roberts & Belk Ltd. 1
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1935 by Roberts & Belk, this stylish, Sterling Silver Mug, is in the Art
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Sterling Silver Mug/Cup by The Whiting Mfg. Co.
By Whiting Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical, sterling silver mug/cup, Providence, Rhode Island, Ca. 1880's, Whiting Mfg. Co
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Antique 1880s American Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Period Sterling Silver Mug Signed by Charles Boyton from 1936
By Charles Boyton
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1936 by Charles Boyton, this unusual sterling silver mug has both Arts
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Vintage 1930s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Small Sterling Silver Mug with Floral & Leaf Engravings, 1884
By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian small sterling silver mug with floral and leaf engravings Maker: Thomas Bradbury
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Mug, Henry Holland London, 1856
Located in Milan, IT
Sterling silver 925/1000 mug, embossed, depicting grazing cows. Henry Holland sr. Victoria’s head
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Antique 1850s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Gorham 1900 Sterling Silver Mug and Underplate in Art Nouveau Martele Style
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Gorham sterling silver mug and underplate from 1900, in Art Nouveau style. The style, with
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Mug, Bigelow, Kennard & Co, Boston 1880
Located in Milan, IT
Sterling silver 925/1000 mug, with a cameo depicting Caesar. Bigelow, Kennard & co, Boston
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Antique 1880s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Mugs Set of Twelve
By Robert Roskell, Alan Roskell & John Mortimer Hunt
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique Victorian sterling silver mugs/tot cups have a tapering cylindrical form. The surface of each
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Barware

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique George II 18th Century Richard Gurney & Thomas Cook Sterling Silver Mug
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful George II baluster form sterling silver 1/2 pint mug. By Richard Gurney & Thomas Cook
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Antique 1730s English George II Barware

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Antique Mug/Baby Cup
By J.B. & S.M. Knowles & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Being offered is a sterling silver mug by J. B. & S. M. Knowles of Providence, Rhode Island
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Antique 1890s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Very Rare George I Antique Sterling Silver Beer Mug - London 1727 Richard Green
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1727 by Richard Green, this handsome, George I, Antique Sterling Silver Mug
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Antique 1720s English George I Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian 'III' Sterling Silver Tankard
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique George III sterling silver mug Made in England, London, 1813 Maker: I.S (Possibly John
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Antique 1810s British George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Antique Georgian 'III' Sterling Silver Tankard
Antique Georgian 'III' Sterling Silver Tankard
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H 4.34 in W 2.76 in D 3.94 in
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Arts & Crafts Mug
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver Arts & crafts mug; an
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Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Georgian Sterling Silver Christening Mug by Joseph Angell, London 1825
By Joseph Angell I & John Angell I 1
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good, sterling silver mug or Christening Mug made in the late Georgian, George IVth
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Christening Mug - Arts & Crafts Style
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver christening mug in the Arts
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Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

R E Stone Antique Sterling Silver Christening Mug
By R E Stone
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George VI English sterling silver christening mug made
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Vintage 1930s English Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

1790 Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Ladies Mug
By Henry Chawner
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver lady's mug by Henry
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Antique 1790s English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

20th century Italian Sterling Silver Tankard german revival. Made in Italy
By Arval Argenti Valenza
Located in VALENZA, IT
German style sterling silver mug. The cylindrical signature body with the lower part with larger
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Late 20th Century Italian Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Glass Bottom Tankard, London 1866, in Box
By Alexander MacRae
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1866 by Alexander Macrae, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Mug
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Tiffany Mug
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
We are proud to offer you this sterling silver handled mug by the world renowned Tiffany & Company
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Antique 1890s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Lady's Mug
By Gabriel Sleath
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George II English sterling silver lady's mug by Gabriel
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Antique 1720s English More Dining and Entertaining

Materials

Sterling Silver

17th Century 1673 Sterling Silver Child's Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Charles II sterling silver child's mug, an addition to
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Antique 1670s British Charles II Pitchers

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Sterling Silver, Silver

Antique American Sterling Silver Christening Mug
By John Curry
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and interesting antique American sterling silver christening mug; an addition to our
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Antique 1830s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 1886 Sterling Silver Christening Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive large antique Victorian English sterling silver christening mug
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Christening Mug
By William Comyns & Sons 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George VI English sterling silver christening mug in
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Christening Mug
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver christening mug; an
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Christening Mug
By Harrods Ltd (Richard Woodman Burbridge)
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
exceptional vintage Elizabeth II sterling silver christening mug has a plain bell shaped form onto a circular
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Vintage 1960s British Elizabethan Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Neoclassical Sterling Silver Child's Cup/Mug by Gorham
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical, sterling silver child's mug/cup, Gorham Mfg. Co, Providence, Rhode Island, circa 1860
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Antique 1860s American Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 1881 Sterling Silver Christening Mug
By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver christening mug; an
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Edwardian Art Nouveau Style Sterling Silver Christening Mug
By Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver christening mug made
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Decorative Mug with Handle
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian sterling silver decorative mug with handle. Made in England, London, 1847 Maker
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Antique 1840s British Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Georgian Newcastle Sterling Silver Half Pint or Christening Mug
By David Crawford, Newcastle 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Georgian Newcastle sterling silver half pint/christening mug; an
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Roberts & Belk Ltd Antique English Sterling Silver Christening Mug
By Roberts & Belk Ltd. 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive, unusual antique George VI English sterling silver character christening mug
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Vintage 1930s Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Northern Goldsmiths Co. Art Deco Sterling Silver Pint Mug
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver pint mug in the Art
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

J. Kelly English 1788 Georgian Sterling Silver Tankard Mug
Located in New York, NY
1788 sterling silver tankard mug by John Kelly, a London-based silversmith, from the Georgian era
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Antique 1780s American Georgian Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Aesthetic Movement Mug/Cup by Wood & Hughes
By Wood & Hughes
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver Aesthetic Movement mug/cup on pedestal base, New York, Ca. 1875, Wood and Hughes
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Antique 1870s American Aesthetic Movement Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Decorative mug with handle
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Decorative mug with handle. Made in England, London, 1871 Maker
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Sterling Silver Art Deco Period Octagonal Mug/Cup by Blankensee
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver, Art Deco period, octagonal-shaped mug/cup, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Pair Antique Georgian Sterling Silver Pint Beer Mugs / Tankards 1780
By Thomas Whipham I
Located in London, GB
A pair of excellent Antique George III Solid Silver Pint Mugs in a classic Georgian style. The
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique George I Sterling Silver 1/2 Pint Mug 1722
By John East
Located in London, GB
A classic antique George I sterling silver 1/2 Pint Mug with a round spread pedestal foot. The Beer
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Antique Early 18th Century European George I Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique George I Sterling Silver 1/2 Pint Mug 1722
Antique George I Sterling Silver 1/2 Pint Mug 1722
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H 3.82 in W 4.22 in D 3.08 in
Gorham Sterling Silver Early 20th Century Etched Child's Christening Mug
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Gorham sterling silver child's or christening mug, made in the early 20th century, gilt inside
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Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver Christening Mug, Hallmarked London 1912
By George Jackson & David Fullerton
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The baluster shaped body decorated with applied linear and beaded detail, rising to a flaring rim and affixed with a scrolling loop handle. London maker’s marks partially rubbed but ...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique William IV Sterling Silver Large Mug, London, 1834, Jonathan
By Jonathan Hayne
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique William IV sterling silver large christening mug, London, 1834, Jonathan Hayne. The mug of
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Antique 1830s English Rococo Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Edward Barnard & Sons Ltd Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Pint Mug
By Edward Barnard & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver pint mug made by
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Childs Mug - Christening Gift - Bulldog Handle - 1937
By Sanders & Mackenzie
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1937 by Sanders & Mackenzie, this handsome, Sterling Silver Christening
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Chased Sterling Silver Christening Mug by Henry Holland, London, 1866
By Elkington & Co., Henry Holland 1
Located in London, London
silver christening mug, features chased and engraved decoration to the sides, a gilt interior and bead
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Antique 1860s English Baroque Revival Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Gorham Sterling Silver Etched Child's Christening Mug with Elves & Animal Motifs
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Gorham sterling silver child's or christening mug, from the early 20th century, adorned with acid
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Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Mappin English Sterling Silver 1898 Child's / Christening Mug with House & Mouse
By Mappin Brothers, Mappin & Webb
Located in New York, NY
Mappin, sterling silver child's or christening mug or cup, beautifully adorned with acid-etched
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 1908 Child Mug in Art Deco Style
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. sterling silver child mug in pattern number 17270 from 1908 in Art Deco style with an
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Gorham 1880 Sterling Silver Etched Child's Christening Mug with Aquatic Motifs
By Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Gorham special order sterling silver child's or christening mug, made around 1880, gilt inside
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Antique Late 19th Century American Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Anna Eicher Woman Sterling Silver Hammered Mug in Arts & Crafts Style
Located in New York, NY
Rare Anna Eicher sterling silver hand-wrought mug in Arts & Crafts style, with an elegant
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver Mugs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of sterling silver mugs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, all sterling silver mugs available were constructed with great care. Sterling silver mugs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Sterling silver mugs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Georgian, Victorian and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. John Langlands I & John Robertson I, Edward & John Barnard and Gorham Manufacturing Company each produced beautiful sterling silver mugs that are worth considering.

How Much are Sterling Silver Mugs?

Sterling silver mugs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,550, while the lowest priced sells for $389 and the highest can go for as much as $48,265.

Finding the Right dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Sterling Silver Mugs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most thai silver has more pure silver in it than standard sterling silver. Most sterling silver is 92.5% silver with another alloy, typically copper, making up the rest of the metal. Thai silver often falls in the range of 97.5-99% pure silver, so a significantly higher percentage of it is pure silver, making it softer and less likely to tarnish. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary silver jewelry from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The worst substances for sterling silver are chlorine, chlorine bleach, and ammonia, all of which will cause tarnish and accelerate corrosion. You should also avoid household cleaners, rubber, and perspiration. Rinse your sterling silver pieces thoroughly after coming into contact with those substances. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sterling silver pieces from top sellers worldwide.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Vesta is a type of small case used to carry matches for smoking, while sterling silver is a precious metal made by combining pure silver with an alloy. Therefore, a sterling silver Vesta is one fabricated out of this kind of metal. Find a collection of Vesta containers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    To identify sterling silver, look for hallmarks in an inconspicuous area, such as the underside of flatware handles, the bottoms of serveware and the interior or clasp areas of jewelry. Pieces made of sterling silver often feature "925" or ".925" markings. Alternatively, they may feature "Sterling" or "STER" stamps. For assistance determining what type of metal a particular piece is, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as a certified appraiser. Shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver jewelry, flatware, tableware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Sterling silver is made of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. Depending on the composition, the alloy may be nickel, copper, brass or other metals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sterling silver jewelry, tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A sterling silver spoon is mostly fine silver, but not quite solid silver. Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. You can shop a collection of authentic sterling silver items from some of the worlds top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and sterling silver is its composition. Silver is a general term used to describe metal that is rich in or made completely of the element silver. Sterling silver is a specific alloy with 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals like nickel or brass. Fine silver is the term for 99.9% pure silver. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of silver jewelry, watches, tableware and decorative accents.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean weighted sterling silver, use a cleaning product formulated for sterling silver and a soft lint-free cloth. Keep dust at bay by wiping the object down with a soft cloth dampened with warm water. Always dry the silver with a soft towel after cleaning. Find a collection of weighted sterling silver decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify Gorham sterling silver, study the marks found on the piece. Pieces made after 1848 will have a letter or symbol stamp. You can use an authoritative online reference to figure out the manufacturing year of the piece. Find a variety of expertly vetted Gorham sterling silver on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Generally, most experts agree that .925 or 925 sterling silver is the best sterling silver for earrings. This variety of sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy. As a result, it has the cool color and sleek appearance of silver, with another base metal to strengthen it. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, sterling silver does sometimes turn green. The discoloration occurs due to a chemical reaction between the precious metal and compounds in the air, sweat and chemicals found in some products. To reduce the risk of discoloration, avoid wearing your sterling silver jewelry while bathing, swimming, applying skin and personal care products or working with household chemicals. Shop a selection of sterling silver jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, sterling silver is okay for earrings. In fact, many people love earrings crafted out of the precious metal. Sterling silver has an appealing cool color and noticeable shine. Plus, the metal is durable, so it can resist scratching when worn frequently. Keep in mind that sterling silver earrings will need regular cleaning and polishing to fight tarnishing. Explore a diverse assortment of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, sterling silver can be good for earrings. Many people appreciate the appearance of sterling silver due to its cool color. In addition, sterling silver resists wear and tear to help earrings stand the test of time. One thing to keep in mind is that silver can tarnish, so you'll likely need to regularly clean and polish your earrings to keep them looking like new. Shop a variety of sterling silver earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Although you can shower with 925 sterling silver jewelry on, it is better to remove it prior to bathing. Exposure to water is unlikely to damage the metal, especially if you dry it off promptly after you shower. However, chemicals found in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other personal care products could react with the precious metal and cause tarnishing. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Gorham sterling is real silver. However, sterling silver is not solid silver. Instead, the metal is an alloy formed out of pure silver and another precious metal. You can shop a selection of Gorham decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, Reed & Barton pieces are made of sterling silver. The American brand was founded in 1824 and is highly regarded as one of the highest quality silver manufacturers in the world. The brand also makes more affordable silver-plated items too.
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Yes, Reed and Barton sells sterling silver. Reed and Barton is a prominent American silver manufacturer located in Massachusetts that is known for its sterling silver and silverplate. To determine if a Reed and Barton piece is sterling silver, look for the word “sterling” or the number “.925”. Shop Reed and Barton on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, sterling silver, no matter what its used to make, is not solid silver. In most countries, the sterling standard is 92.5% silver with an additive alloy, usually copper, making up the rest of the sterling silver. Sterling silver is harder than pure silver and much more useful as tableware. Shop a collection of sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Sterling silver is a very good quality alloy because the added metals make it very durable, even more so than gold. Because it is also lightweight it can be great for everyday wear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Tiffany & Co. uses sterling silver. According to their website, they were one of the first American companies to institute the .925 sterling silver standard in 1851. Sterling silver is a precious metal that may require cleaning to retain its beauty and character for generations. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Tiffany & Co. silver from top sellers around the world.

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Ready for a Cinderella Moment? This Glass Handbag Is a Perfect Fit

Glass slippers might be the stuff of fairytales, but glass handbags? Artist Joshua Raiffe has made them a reality, and they're far less delicate than you might imagine, but just as dreamy.

With Dansk, Jens Quistgaard Delivered Danish Simplicity to American Tables

When a visionary Copenhagen designer teamed up with an enterprising Long Island couple, Scandi-style magic landed in kitchens and dining rooms across the United States.

Hostess Extraordinaire Aerin Lauder Shares Entertaining Tips and Auction Picks

The arbiter of good taste, who has curated a collection for 1stDibs Auctions, invites 1stDibs inside her family’s Hamptons barn for a firsthand look at her welcoming style.

Handmade with Lab-Grade Glass, This Decanter Holds Your Favorite Cocktail Concoctions

Artist Simone Crestani conjures the fascination you remember from Chemistry 101.

28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name

Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.

Meet the Celebrated Hostess Whose Magical Tabletops Enhance Every Occasion

For Stephanie Booth Shafran, entertaining guests is about opening her heart as well as her home.

How to Identify Real Capodimonte Porcelain

Early examples by the Italian manufacturer can be hard to come by, but the best later pieces possess the same over-the-top charm.

How Noguchi Elevated Ashtrays to Objets d’Art

Smoking might have fallen out of fashion, but these ashtrays have enduring design appeal.