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Georgian Period English Sterling Silver Baluster Mug

By: Unknown (likely hallmarked, but marks not visible in image)

Style: Georgian Silver

Origin: England

Materials: Sterling silver

Age: Circa 1760-1820

Condition: Very Good (tarnish and minor wear consistent with age, not recently polished, no visible dents or major damage)

Value: $350 - $700 USD

Maker's Marks / Writing: No visible maker's marks or hallmarks in the provided image.

Date: 2025-06-10 18:20:02.116821

Description:

This is a Georgian period sterling silver mug featuring a baluster (bulbous) body, a stepped foot, and a decorative scroll handle with foliate detailing. The surface exhibits a natural patina, typical of antique silver that has not been recently polished. Such mugs were commonly used in the 18th and early 19th centuries in England for beer, ale, or other beverages. The craftsmanship and handle style are indicative of the mid-18th century, though similar forms persisted into the early 19th century.

Curator Questions

Curated by Jade

Assessment:

This is a well-formed Georgian period sterling silver mug with classic baluster proportions and a double-scroll handle. The patina and wear are consistent with significant age. If hallmarked as sterling and from a noted maker, the value could be on the higher end. The charming, gently worn look adds to its period character and collectibility.

Individual Images:

whole item

Provenance:

No provenance documentation provided.

Condition:

Very Good (tarnish and minor wear consistent with age, not recently polished, no visible dents or major damage)

Identification Score: 90%

The style, handle shape, stepped foot, and patina are classic indicators of a Georgian period English silver mug. The only uncertainty is the lack of visible hallmarks in the image.

Authenticity Score: 80%

The piece shows appropriate craftsmanship, design, and age-related patina for an 18th to early 19th century English silver mug, but the authenticity could be better verified with visible hallmarks.

Image Memory Note

Classic Georgian silver baluster mug with scrolled handle; no visible hallmarks to confirm precise maker but all stylistic signs of c. 1760-1820 English silver.

Keywords

Georgian, silver mug, baluster, English, antique, sterling silver, 18th century, England

Report ID:  : 558gdt

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