Sterling Silver - Engine Turned HIP FLASK - Charles Green & Son - 1872
Sterling Silver - Engine Turned HIP FLASK - Charles Green & Son - 1872
£900.00
Description
A nice, clean example of an antique mid-Victorian sterling silver hip flask, with screw top fitting.
Made by the highly collectable Charles Green & Son, this premium quality flask is of investment quality. Slightly concave in shape, with both the front panel and reverse feature a fine engine turned decoration, with the front cartouche being unengraved. The sides have further leaf-style engraving, however these have worn and become somewhat obscured over time, and a vintage repair has been performed with the silver solder covering a small amount of engraving (see above). This flask is comes with tightly fitting screw cap.
Comes with the original box.
Markings: Fully hallmarked for .925 sterling silver, dated 1872. Maker's mark
as per image above. 94 grams in weight. Holds 4 fl oz or 120 ml.
Size: Measures 4 1/2" (11.5 cm) tall, 2 3/4" (7 cm) wide.
Condition: Item is in stunning condition, it's been cleaned and polished, so has a nice soft silver patina. The hallmarks are clear and bright. Side engraving is rubbed, commensurate with age and use. Please see images above.
| item details | |
|---|---|
| Origin | British |
| Period | 19th Century |
| Style | Victorian |
| Condition | Consistent with age |
| Hallmark | Birmingham 1872 |
| Dimensions | Measures 4 1/2" (11.5 cm) tall, 2 3/4" (7 cm) wide. |
Product REF: VHF 92
