Antique English Georgian 1817 Sterling Silver Barrel Form Mug Cup

Description

Presented is an old, sterling silver youth or child's mug or cup made in 1817 by Solomon Hougham, Solomon Royes & John East Dix of London. The cup is in an interesting barrel form and there is a lovely monogram on the front of the initials WJH.
The side is marked with the crowned leopard’s head for London, the lion passant for sterling silver, a duty mark of King George III’s head, a date letter b for the year 1817 and a maker’s mark for Solomon Hougham, Solomon Royes & John East Dix.
This piece is in excellent condition, especially considering its age. There are no dents, no breaks, no splits, no monogram removals and no repairs.
The cup measures 2 inches in diameter, is 2 5/8 inches tall and weighs 89 grams or 3.1 ounces.
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