Gorham - Goblet - .925 silver

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Gorham sterling silver cup, solid .925 silver, 30 cm high, 30 cm wide, 25 cm deep, weighing 1.8 kg, made in the United States (Plymouth) and dated 1850–1900, in excellent condition.

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Exceptional Sterling Gorham Sterling Silver Cup
Unique piece, Provenance from a private collector, American piece of design
Extremely RARE, period 1880-1890
Plymouth– USA

This remarkable, solid silver Trophy cup is far more than a table setting — it is a true heritage piece, combining American silversmithing excellence, Auction house provenance, and enduring patrimonial value.

Massive weight 1.8 kg - Intrinsic Value 4000 euros

Crafted by the renowned Gorham silversmith, one of the most important American silver manufacturers of the 19th century, this imposing and massive masterpiece was originally offered as a prestigious wedding. Provenance from an auction house, carefully preserved within the family for decades, it has been handed down through generations and remains in exceptional condition today.

An Impressive and Heavy Service
This is a substantial, weighty, and highly impressive ensemble, conceived for grand dining and formal entertaining. The pieces are made of solid 925 silver and feel notably heavy and luxurious in hand, reflecting the quality and craftsmanship of the period. Floral decorations on the base, acanthus leaves, an incredible attention to detail.

Weights
• Approx. 1.8 kg of solid 925 silver
• Estimated weight with delivery box: over 5 kg

This makes it not only a refined collectible but also a significant tangible silver asset.

Valuation
The service has been appraised at €15,000, reflecting both its intrinsic silver value and its historical and collectible significance.

An American museum-quality masterpiece.

Exceptional Sterling Gorham Sterling Silver Cup
Unique piece, Provenance from a private collector, American piece of design
Extremely RARE, period 1880-1890
Plymouth– USA

This remarkable, solid silver Trophy cup is far more than a table setting — it is a true heritage piece, combining American silversmithing excellence, Auction house provenance, and enduring patrimonial value.

Massive weight 1.8 kg - Intrinsic Value 4000 euros

Crafted by the renowned Gorham silversmith, one of the most important American silver manufacturers of the 19th century, this imposing and massive masterpiece was originally offered as a prestigious wedding. Provenance from an auction house, carefully preserved within the family for decades, it has been handed down through generations and remains in exceptional condition today.

An Impressive and Heavy Service
This is a substantial, weighty, and highly impressive ensemble, conceived for grand dining and formal entertaining. The pieces are made of solid 925 silver and feel notably heavy and luxurious in hand, reflecting the quality and craftsmanship of the period. Floral decorations on the base, acanthus leaves, an incredible attention to detail.

Weights
• Approx. 1.8 kg of solid 925 silver
• Estimated weight with delivery box: over 5 kg

This makes it not only a refined collectible but also a significant tangible silver asset.

Valuation
The service has been appraised at €15,000, reflecting both its intrinsic silver value and its historical and collectible significance.

An American museum-quality masterpiece.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
1800 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Specific region of origin
Plymouth
Country of origin
United States
Manufacturer/brand
Gorham
Material
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
30 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
25 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
SwitzerlandVerified
501
Objects sold
85.45%
Private

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