Victorian Solid Silver & Glass Spirit Hip Flask & Cup. Hallmarked 1889.

This charming Victorian hip flask which is made of solid silver and glass is fully hallmarked for 1889 and has a detachable silver cup and hinged flip / bayonet top.

Description

This charming Victorian hip flask which is made of solid silver and glass is fully hallmarked for 1889 and has a detachable silver cup and hinged flip / bayonet top.

This tactile Victorian flask that feels heavy in the hand and has a handsome family crest engraving to the front of the detachable cup.

A very nice and usable antique item that is 133 years old and has a wonderful petite charm so would make a great gift.

Material: Silver. Glass.

Date: 1889.

Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked with Lion for sterling silver. Anchor for Birmingham. Maker's mark L.G. Date letter P for 1889. Victoria's head.

Hallmarked to the cup and collar.

Dimensions: Width: 7 cm (2 3/4 inches). Depth: 3 cm (1 1/4 inches). Height: 12 cm (4 3/4 inches).

Weight: 284 grams.

Condition: Very good usable antique condition with light signs of use in keeping with age. Some light surface scratches and tarnish. A small flaw to the glass under the cup edge. The lid has been fitted with a new cork and closes tightly with no leaks. No splits, holes or breaks. The cup slides on and off of the flask well and stays firmly in place. A very clean and tidy flask. Please see pictures.

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

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SKU: VSGHF2090