{"product_id":"victorian-sterling-silver-mug-1883-george-unite-queen-victoria-jubilee-no-ss030","title":"Victorian Sterling Silver Mug: 1883 George Unite, Queen Victoria Jubilee. No.SS030","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare and historically layered piece of English silver — this Victorian sterling silver mug was crafted by renowned Birmingham silversmith George Unite in 1883, and later presented as a commemorative gift in 1887, celebrating the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe full English hallmarks include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lion passant for sterling silver (.925)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe anchor for Birmingham\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe duty mark of Queen Victoria’s head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe date letter \"i\" for 1883\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker’s mark \"GU\" for George Unite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1887, the mug was lovingly engraved and presented as a special gift to Alex Henry Cutler by his godfather. The inscription reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A GIFT TO Alex Henry Cutler FROM HIS GODFATHER ON June 20th 1887. QUEEN VICTORIA’S JUBILEE YEAR.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique combination of early Victorian silver craftsmanship and later royal commemoration makes this piece a remarkable collector's item. The repoussé detail around the upper border and finely shaped handle reflect mid-19th century design sensibilities, while the engraved dedication ties it directly to one of the most significant moments in British monarchical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 157g (5.05 troy oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: Height 10 cm \/ 3.94 in (11 cm \/ 4.33 in with handle), Diameter 7.5 cm \/ 2.95 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Excellent, with sharp hallmarks and crisp engraving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a museum-quality presentation mug that links two great moments in British history — its creation in 1883, and its re-dedication in 1887 to mark the sovereign’s Jubilee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for collectors of royal memorabilia, antique English silver, and commemorative Victorian silverware.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"George Unite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51322892288036,"sku":"No.SS030","price":995.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0797\/7412\/2020\/files\/il_224xN.6892058727_gx49.jpg?v=1788137177","url":"https:\/\/silverrushrarefinds.com\/ja\/products\/victorian-sterling-silver-mug-1883-george-unite-queen-victoria-jubilee-no-ss030","provider":"SilverRushRareFinds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}