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George III Sterling Gilded Silver Baluster Mug Tankard John Langland's 1774

£2,950.00

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This George III Sterling Gilded Silver Baluster Mug Tankard, crafted by renowned silver-smith John Langland's in 1774, instantly elevates any space it resides in. Indulge in its timeless, regal aesthetic for centuries to come.
Exquisite Baluster Mug Tankard by silversmith John Langland's was produced in 1774 during the reign of King George III. Crafted from sterling silver and gilded with gold, it is a beautiful representation of the skill of the silversmiths of the era.
Fully hallmarked with English silver hallmarks for Newcastle & silversmith maker John Langland's.
A George III Newcastle silver mug, of baluster form to a spread circular foot, with tongue capped scroll handle and later chased floral decoration to the whole surrounding a vacant scrolled cartouche. Hallmarked John Langland's I, Newcastle, 1774.
Excellent heavy weight 10.78 out (335.2 grams).
A feature that stands out are the chased sunflower, foliage, branches, ones & scrolled garland cartouche decorations, with a magnificent gilded interior.
Biography of John Langland's was a Newcastle based silversmith, part of the Langland's family, who for sixty years were the largest silver plate producers in Newcastle.
Excellent quality 250-year-old sterling silver example.
A superb scare museum, the highest quality so sought after by collectors & dealers.
This is such a great investment and would also make a fabulous collector's gift.
It is hollow inside where the liquid beer would go.
There are no added personal engraved monograms or initials present.
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Condition report offered in fine used condition.
Displaying some expected surface wear, marks, scratches and tarnishing commensurate with the age and general use. Some minor surface hints and bumps. Also, some minor nicks/small gouges, including along edges of handle. Small holes/cracks in the decoration in couple of places. Possible old repair to top of handle. Foot rim appears a little thinner in a couple of areas. Interior gilded with hallmarks located to the base, these rubbed and a little distorted but all still legible.
It has a typical shiny polished finish.
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Dimensions in centimetres

Length depth at deepest point (13cm)
Width at base (9cm)
Width at top (8.5cm)
Height (12.7cm)