Antique Silver Beakers

We are pleased to offer a fine range of antique sterling silver beakers. All of our antique silver beakers can be purchased online, or from our shop in the London Silver Vaults. Please click on an image of a beaker to see a larger picture

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	d6595a - Victorian Sterling Silver Beaker: This charming antique Victorian straight sided beaker made from animal horn features a sterling silver band around the rim carrying hallmarks for London, 1878. This beaker measures 3.25 inches (8.5 cms) tall and 2.25 inches (6 cms) in diameter.	£195
	j3938 - Sterling Silver Tumbler Cup: Hallmarked in Sheffield, 1972, this handsome, simple, sterling silver tumbler cup, measures 2 inches (5cm) tall, by 2.5 inches (6.5cm) in diameter, and weighs 2.7 troy ounces.	£265
	j3866 - Victorian Sterling Silver Beaker: Hallmarked in Sheffield, 1893 by Mappin & Webb, this striking, large, antique silver beaker, features chased floral decoration. The beaker measures 4.75 inches (12cm) tall, by 3.25 inches (8.5cm) in diameter, and weighs 5.3 troy ounces.	£395
	j5824 - Victorian Sterling Silver Beaker: Hallmarked in London, 1882 by William Hunter, this striking, Victorian, antique silver beaker, is presented in its original box, and features wonderful engraved floral decoration, parcel gilt detailing, and the original presentation inscription. The beaker measures 4 inches (10cm) tall, by 2.5 inches (6cm) in diameter, and weighs 4 troy ounces.	£465
	j1198 - Victorian Sterling Silver Beaker: Hallmarked in London, 1875, this charming sterling silver Victorian collapsing cup features a gilt inside. When opened out it measures 3.5 inches (9.5 cms) tall and 2.75 inches (7 cms) in diameter, weighing 6 ozt.	£675
	j4037 - Georgian Sterling Silver Beaker: Hallmarked in London, 1811 by Godbehere, Wigan, And Bult, this very handsome, simple, antique silver beaker, is very plain in style. The beaker measures 3.25 inches (8cm) tall, by 2.25 inches (6cm) in diameter, and weighs 2.5 troy ounces.	£845
	j0814 - Victorian Sterling Silver Set Of Three Beakers: Hallmarked in London 1879, this wonderful set of three antique Victorian beakers are straight sided and plain in style. They measure 3.5 inches (9 cms) tall and 2.5 inches (6.5 cms) in diameter weighing 10.75 troy ounces together.	£985
	j2318 - Georgian Sterling Silver Beaker: This fantastic sterling silver Georgian beaker features straight sides and reeding detail around the base. Carrying hallmarks for London, 1775 by Charles Wright it measures 3.5 inches (9 cms) tall and 3.25 inches (8 cms) in diameter weighing 4 ozt.	£1,175

More Information On Silver Beakers

Sterling silver beakers have changed little in design since the 15th century, the cylindrical, tapering form and flared rim probably derived from early examples made from horn. Silver beakers made in the 16th and early 17th centuries were often plain in style, with bands of decoration, stylized flowers, foliage and arabesques being popular at the time. During the latter parts of the 17th century, antique silver beakers became more ornate, featuring embossed or chased floral work, and frequently engraved with armorials, crests or initials. Victorian beakers are the most lavishly decorated, typically featuring ornate engraved decoration, accompanying chased fluting or floral work.

Antique silver beakers are rare before the mid 16th century, and examples of early beakers are highly collectable. In the Metropolitan Museum of Art a priceless 4th century BC example of a Thraco–Geti style silver beaker can be seen.