Item Report
Georgian Period Sterling Silver Tankard
By: Unknown (no visible maker's mark in provided image)
Style: Georgian Silver
Origin: England (United Kingdom)
Materials: Sterling silver
Age: Circa 1780-1820
Condition: Good (surface tarnish, general wear, no major dents visible, not professionally graded)
Value: $400 - $800
Maker's Marks / Writing: No visible maker's mark or writing in the provided image; further inspection of underside or interior required.
Date: 2025-06-10 17:34:21.995920
Description:
A bulbous-bodied sterling silver tankard with a pronounced scroll handle, stepped foot, and incised lines around the rim. The tankard exhibits classic Georgian period form, featuring elegant curves and a repoussé scroll thumbpiece on the handle. Tarnishing and surface patina are visible, suggesting considerable age. This form was popular in England during the late 18th to early 19th centuries, often used for ale and other table beverages.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This piece is a classic example of a late Georgian sterling silver tankard, notable for its elegant curves, molded rim, and scrolled handle with thumb rest. Surface patina and moderate tarnish indicate genuine age. The lack of a visible hallmark in the current image prevents absolute authentication or attribution to a specific maker, which is typical for many period pieces. If hallmarks are present elsewhere, they could substantially impact value and attribution.
Individual Images:
- N/A (only one image provided; presence or absence of maker's marks
- hallmarks
- or internal details cannot be confirmed)
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Good (surface tarnish, general wear, no major dents visible, not professionally graded)
Identification Score: 90%
The form, materials, and decorative features are highly characteristic of Georgian period English silverware. The only uncertainty stems from the absence of a visible maker's mark or hallmark in the image, which slightly lowers confidence.
Authenticity Score: 75%
The object displays many period-appropriate features: patina, hand-finished surfaces, and authentic wear. Without hinge, underside, or hallmark imagery, some doubt remains about absolute authenticity but these features are strong indicators it's likely a genuine period piece.
Image Memory Note
This is a bulbous, footed sterling silver tankard with a molded rim and a single large scrolled handle featuring a leaf-motif thumb rest. The surface shows moderate tarnishing, especially across the main body and near the foot. No visible dents, cracks, or repairs, but the hallmarks or maker's marks (typically located on the underside or near the handle) are not visible in this image. There is no visible engraving or inscription. The style closely matches late Georgian silver forms. No other identifying features, inscriptions, or decorative elements are present.
Keywords
Georgian, silver tankard, sterling silver, late 18th century, English silver, antique, England
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