Item Report
Georgian Period Sterling Silver Tankard
By: Unknown (marks not visible in image)
Style: Georgian Silver
Origin: England
Materials: Sterling silver
Age: circa 1750-1780
Condition: Very Good (shows age-appropriate patina and minor surface wear, not officially graded)
Value: $600 - $1,200
Maker's Marks / Writing: Not visible in the supplied image. Typically, Georgian silver tankards would have hallmarks on the body or underside.
Date: 2025-06-10 18:22:49.767023
Description:
A Georgian period sterling silver tankard featuring a bulbous body, stepped foot ring, and a scroll handle with a thumbpiece. The subtle decorative lines near the rim and the elegant shaping of the handle are characteristic of mid-18th century English silversmithing. The tankard exhibits age-appropriate tarnish and patina, common for antique silver, and likely dates to the mid-1700s.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This piece is a well-proportioned example of a Georgian silver tankard, reflecting quality English silversmith traditions of the mid-18th century. Its characteristic scroll handle, stepped base, and classical form suggest authenticity. Its slightly worn appearance, with attractive patina and minor dents, is consistent with genuine age and use. If hallmarks are present and legible (not visible in this image), the value could increase significantly.
Individual Images:
- There are no detail images supplied in this submission
- so it is not possible to comment on hallmarks or interior condition. The main image suggests surface tarnish and wear
- but overall structural integrity is good. Closer examination of the underside and any marks would be helpful for further authentication.
Provenance:
No provenance provided.
Condition:
Very Good (shows age-appropriate patina and minor surface wear, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 90%
The form, handle shape, and construction are strongly indicative of a Georgian period English sterling silver tankard. Confidence is high, but the absence of visible hallmarks in the image prevents 100% certainty.
Authenticity Score: 80%
The tankard shows legitimate signs of age, such as patina, tarnish, and wear, that align with genuine 18th-century silver. However, confirmation of authenticity would require inspecting any hallmarks or maker's marks to ensure period origin. The apparent wear is appropriate for the piece’s purported age.
Image Memory Note
English Georgian sterling silver tankard, mid-18th century, scroll handle, patina indicates age, no visible marks in photo.
Keywords
Georgian, silver tankard, antique, England, 18th century, sterling silver, English silversmith, drinking vessel
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