Cup - .925 silver

A British Victorian-era 925 sterling silver Tankard beer mug (large mug). The high-relief design is exquisite and beautiful, the overall craftsmanship is unparalleled. The interior is gilded, a rare collector's item! From London, 1876.
Overall condition is excellent.
Height: 12.3 cm.
Mouth diameter: 8.8 cm, 13.6 cm including handle.
Base diameter: 9.2 cm.
Weight: 381 grams.
Capacity: 575 ml (for reference, a can of Coke is only 330 ml). Its size and design are quite imposing.

The tankard has the coat of arms of a noble family on it.

Britain, as the birthplace of European silversmithing, has a history of over 1000 years. Initially, silverware was used primarily in religious activities and in the lives of royalty and nobility, a symbol of power and status. As British silversmithing techniques perfected, silverware gradually became fashionable, reaching its peak during the Victorian era of the 19th century. At this time, silverware was ingeniously conceived, with intricate yet exceptionally exquisite craftsmanship. The application of various techniques such as hammering, engraving, relief carving, openwork, and inlay resulted in a batch of vessels of superb artistry. Simultaneously, some master silversmiths gradually gained the attention of royalty and nobility, and were sought after by collectors worldwide, remaining highly prized ever since.

Abroad, silverware collecting, especially the collection of European royal silverware, has become extremely popular among collectors, forming a complete system. Due to the limited number of high-quality silverware pieces in existence, prices are considerable. Especially in European high society, owning a piece of exquisite silverware made by a renowned artist is a symbol of prestige and elegance.