Indian Sterling Tankard c1850 Charles Nephew, Calcutta

Description

INDIAN STERLING TANKARD      c1850 CHARLES NEPHEW -  MUSEUM
A museum worthy,
mid 19th century Charles Nephew
completely hand wrought
sterling silver tankard.
Indian colonial silver tankards are extremely rare,
and
if found sell for
00 - 00. USD or more
First listed 1848 12 Court House Street, Calcutta.
Classic baluster with repoussed swirling leaf and vine with satin surface detail.
Cover with original flower and leaf finial secured by original hand cut fastener.
Cast rolled vine thumb piece
double scroll handle.
This rare mid-19th century Indian sterling silver
tankard is 9 inches and 26 1/2 (standard) ounces.
Hallmarked as shown.
The identical mark illustrated pg. 34 Wilkinson.
In very fine condition.
Lustreous sterling patina throughout.
Retains original hand raised detail.
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