Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
sterling silver
Distinguishing marks
WC is maker in Birmingham, England
Condition
Excellent
Date Period
1801, 1804, 1803
Size and dimensions of this item
4.5 cm x 5 cm
Long Description
The markings on these six teacup holders read that they were made in Birmingham, England in 1804 (4), 1803 (1) and 1801(1) by W.C. and that they are sterling silver. All six are in perfect condition. They measure 3.5 cm in height (5 cm to the tip of the handle from the base) and 4.5 cm in diameter. The pictures on them depict what look to be cherubs, fruit, and flowers. I can't get my camera to focus properly on the markings, but they are the anchor for Birmingham, the lion for Birmingham sterling silver, the "g", "d" or "f" for the year of production, and a "W.C" for the maker, whom I have not been able to identify.
History
It was given to me by an English friend whose grandmother collected them and china
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For Sale?
No
You don't mention the "Duty
You don't mention the "Duty Mark" ( The king's head in profile facing right). If these date from 1801- 03 -04 there should be a duty mark, if not these post date 1890 when the Sovereign's head duty mark was discontinued.
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