Description
Charles II sterling silver tankard, silversmith AL, London, 1676. A rare antique English silver tankard with a flat lid and a distinctive kidney-shaped thumbpiece. The S-shaped handle ends with a shield. The shape of this tankard first appears around 1640 and it is unusual to find one dating back to this turbulent and early period. Very charming, with hand-hammered silver, the tankard shows great character; an interesting detail is the pointed front of the lid. There is a shield engraved on the front.
Sterling silver marked with 4 hallmarks:
Manufacturer's logo: AL unidentified
Lion passant: alloy mark. Sterling 925/1000 grade guarantee
Leopard head with crown: City of London
Date letter year: 1676
Dimensions
Dimensions: HxWxD 17.5cm x 21cm x 14.5cm
Weight
934gr
Provenance
Private collection
Conditions
Slight signs of wear and superficial scratches. The 4 hallmarks are present on the lid and on the side of the body.
