Fine & Rare Pair of Hukin & Heath Silver & Gilt Glass Whisky Hot Toddy Cups - London 1907 - (1637)

Summary

A pair of Edwardian silver and gilded glass hot toddy cups by Hukin & Heath, the wirework frames with flip-top lids and base rings seating gilded glass beakers.

Description

A particularly attractive and rare pair of hot toddy cups, the silver frames of open wirework construction with flip-top lids - each with a cut out for a spoon - and base rings to seat the glass. The glass beakers are gilded around the tops with a leaf and dot pattern; the pontil scars have been ground and polished out. The frames carry an extravagant weight of silver well in excess of functional necessity, placing these firmly at the top end of an already luxury category. Clear hallmarks to the base rings with partial repeat marks to the inside of the lids, struck for London 1907. Intended for hot alcoholic beverages - whisky based blends in particular. Rare pieces for the serious collector.

Condition

Normal age-related wear to the silver with some scuffs and light scratches in places. Minor dint near the lid cut-out to one example. Slight gilt wear to the glass. Hinges fine and still tight.

Approximate Measurements

Height: 11 cm (4 3/8 inch) excluding thumb lifts

Width: 6.7 cm (2 5/8 inch) across the glassware

Weight: 768 grams (before packing)

Stock Code: 1637 MR19-1

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