Tiffany & Co Pre Civil War Era Sterling Coin Silver Mint Julep Cup, c1852. A classic, heavy, early Tiffany & Co hand wrought coin silver mint julep cup. One of the earliest American mint julep cups produced by this world-renowned New York company. The feeling of this heavy, sturdy cup in hand is simply breathtaking. Comes with an original, period correct Tiffany New York presentation pouch (drawstrings in need of repair). Perfect for the boardroom, personal in-home bar, tailgate party or a fun day at the racetrack! Early Tiffany mint julep cups are highly prized by the most advanced collectors the world over. Tested positive for coin silver, 900/1000 parts fine. Stands 3 9/16 inches. Top diameter measures 3 3/16 inches. Cup weighs a sturdy 207.1 grams or 6.65 troy ounces! A hand engraved, period script monogram marks this piece for posterity letters appear to be FDR? Muddler marks to the interior base of cup for normal use over the past 168+ years. Beautiful, time-enhanced silver patina throughout. BUILD THESE EXPENSES INTO THE HIGHEST PRICE YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY FOR EACH ITEM. If payments are not received within 48 hours we reserve the right to cancel orders. The item “Tiffany & Co Pre Civil War Era Sterling Coin Silver Mint Julep Cup, c1852″ is in sale since Saturday, March 7, 2020. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Sterling Silver (.925)\Cups & Goblets”. The seller is “beststerling” and is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Type: Cups & Goblets
- Featured Refinements: Mint Julep Cup
- Style: Kentucky Beaker, Horserace
- Age: 1852-1853
- Pattern: Classic American
- Composition: Sterling Silver
- Brand: Tiffany & Co.