Solid Silver & Glass Spirit Hip Flask & Cup. Sampson Mordan. 1892.

This Victorian spirit hip flask which is made of solid silver and glass is made by top maker Sampson Mordan & Co and fully hallmarked for 1892.

Description

This Victorian spirit hip flask which is made of solid silver and glass is made by top maker Sampson Mordan & Co and fully hallmarked for 1892.

This tactile flask which is in fantastic condition has a detachable silver cup that is gilt lined, hinged flip / bayonet top and feels heavy in the hand.

A very nice and usable antique flask that is 130 years old and would make a great gift.

Material: Silver. Glass.

Date: 1892.

Maker: Sampson Mordan & Co.

Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked with Lion for sterling silver. Leopard's head for London. Maker's mark SM & Co for Sampson Mordan & Co. Date letter R for 1892.

Hallmarked to the cup and collar.

Dimensions: Width: 8.5 cm (3 1/4 inches). Depth: 3 cm (1 1/4 inches). Height: 14 cm (5 1/2 inches).

Weight: 338 g.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. The lid has been fitted with a new cork seal and closes tightly with no leaks. No splits, holes or breaks. The cup slides on and off of the flask well and stays nicely in place. A very clean and tidy usable flask. Please see pictures.

Please note that only the hip flask is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.

References

SKU: SMSF2326