A Queen Anne Britannia Standard (0.958%) silver dram cup, also referred to as a miniature, or toy, two handled porringer, the body with fluting to the lower half, below a decorated central band.
Fully hallmarked to the underside of the base.
Maker: William Fleming.
London, 1710.
Dimensions:
Height: 3cm.
Diameter of the bowl: 4.4cm.
Width across handles: 7cm.
Weight: 20.4grams.
Condition: Excellent antique condition. Free from damage and repair. A lovely period piece.
Literature: For a comparable illustrated example, see: Houart, V. (1981). Miniature Silver Toys. Fig. 204, pp.166-168. A similar piece is also housed in the collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum, London.
Queen Anne Silver Dram Cup. William Fleming. London, 1710.
SKU: 8158557
AU$1,800.00Price