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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
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