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Description
I looked up some information on the internet and found that by the markings on the bottom that it was made by J Conning of Mobile AL.
The mug has an inscription on it that reads "B. F. S. to Rev. Wm. Spence". It appears to be in very condition but does need to be cleaned and polished. This mug is probably made of coin silver.
Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
coin silver
Distinguishing marks
j conning mobile
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
3 1/8" tall, 2 7/8"diameter at base
Date Period
1850-1900?
Weight
unknown
History
This mug was given to my Mother about 45 years ago by an old spinster lady in Memphis, TN. I looked up some information on the internet and found that by the markings on the bottom that it was made by J Conning of Mobile AL.The mug has an inspription on it that reads "B. F. S. to Rev. Wm. Spence". The neighbor lady's name wasn't Spence. I looked up the name on the internet and found a Rev. Wm. Spence that apparently came to the US in the early 1900's from Canada. His son, Hartzell Spence, wrote a book about his life that was later turned into an academy nominated movie. It was called "One Foot In Heaven". Now wouldn't it be something if this mug had originally been given to THAT Rev. Spence.
Price Paid (If known)
Given to my Mother by a neighbor
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Does the owner of this coin
Does the owner of this coin silver cup by Conning wish to sell at a premium price? If so contact granddukezeus @ [email protected]