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Irish sterling silver wine jug, Weir & sons company Dublin, 1917

$1,482.64
£1,105.38
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CA$2,036.19
A$2,278.90
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MX$27,802.69
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Irish sterling silver wine jug, decorated with Celtic motives with geometrical shapes and dragons, made by the famous Weir & sons company in Dublin. With blackened-wooden handle. The jug might have been part of a church altar service. Marked with: Makers mark TW – Thomas Weir, this mark has been used by Weir & Sons since 1872 Harp crowned – Purity mark for sterling silver Hibernia mark – Dublin assay office Date mark B – 1917 Weir & sons (underside of the jug) Weir & Sons is the number one destination in Dublin for jewellery, watches, silverware, etc. The company was founded in 1869 by Thomas Weir, an ambitious young goldsmith. The company is still run by the same family today, fourth and fifth-generation family members. Today, Weir & Sons is the largest jeweller in Ireland. Height: approx. 27.5 cm. Weight including ebony handle: 683.6 gr. In good condition with small signs of ageing.
  • Creator:
    Weir & Sons Dublin (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.83 in (27.5 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1917
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Gorssel, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8869235010222

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