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Very Rare William Mary Mug by IG Crowned
Located in London, GB
mounted in silver during the reign of Elizabeth I. With regard to the maker of this mug, one of the
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Silver Mugs

Set of Eight Mexican Copper and Brass Mugs
Located in Middleburg, VA
Set of Eight Mexican copper and brass mugs Very Heavy Measure: 5" H, 4" Dm (each).  
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Early 20th Century Mexican Antique Silver Mugs

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Brass, Copper

Mocha Pottery Mug with Luster and Seaweed Decoration
Located in Downingtown, PA
Mocha Pottery Mug with Luster and Seaweed Decoration, England, Circa 1825 The Mocha pottery
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Early 19th Century American Empire Antique Silver Mugs

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Ceramic, Pottery

William III Britannia Standard Mug Made in London by Thomas Parr I, 1699
By Thomas Parr I
Located in London, GB
A Very Fine William III Britannia Standard Mug Made in London in 1699 by Thomas Parr I The Mug has
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17th Century English William and Mary Antique Silver Mugs

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Silver, Britannia Standard Silver

Large Mochaware Mug Made in England Circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
mochaware quart mug. Made in England, circa 1825 it is a masterpiece of mochaware. It has a strong presence
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Early 19th Century English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Pearlware

A Rare Coalport Porcelain Playing Card Mug
Located in Downingtown, PA
The charming mug decorated with a continuous scene of playing cards with gilt bands to rim, foot
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19th Century English Antique Silver Mugs

Materials

Porcelain

3 Dr. Wall Worcester Blue and White Porcelain Mugs
By Royal Worcester
Located in Katonah, NY
These 3 mugs are part of our collection of Dr. Wall Worcester Blue and White 18th century porcelain
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18th Century and Earlier English Rococo Antique Silver Mugs

Materials

Porcelain

Choisy Le Roi Cabbage Patch Bunny Plates and Mugs
Located in Stamford, CT
. NIneteen plates are available. 10 mugs are available. Plates and mugs are $245.00 each.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Mugs

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Ceramic

Antique Mocha Ware Mug with Wide Bands of Slip
Located in Katonah, NY
A large antique mocha mug with a pearlware body decorated with concentric bands of brown and green
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1830s English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Earthenware, Pearlware

Swansea Creamware Rare Calendar Mug for the Year 1823
By Swansea Porcelain
Located in Downingtown, PA
The rare Swansea creamware calendar mug is dated 1823. The mug is of cylindrical shape with a plain
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1820s Welsh Regency Antique Silver Mugs

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Creamware, Pottery

18th Century Qianlong Chinese Export Porcelain Blue White Mug
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A large blue and white Chinese export porcelain mug, made during the Qianlong Period circa 1775
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Late 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

Mocha Ware Mug with Cat s Eye and Earthworm Decoration
Located in Katonah, NY
Slip decorated wares like this mug were made as bar ware. What a pleasure it must have been to
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19th Century English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

Mocha Pottery Mug with Oak Leaf Decoration, Circa 1800
Located in Downingtown, PA
Mocha Mug with Oak Leaf Decoration, Circa 1800 The pint mocha mug with slip decoration of oak
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Mid-19th Century English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Pottery

Two Early Antique Enamel Gilt Decorated Opaline Glass Mugs 18th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
Two early antique opaline glass mugs offer hand enameled and gilt decoration, 18th century
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18th Century Antique Silver Mugs

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Opaline Glass

Antique Mocha Ware Mug with Double Cable Earthworm Decoration
Located in Katonah, NY
An antique pottery mocha ware mug decorated with a large central band of light blue ground with two
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1830s English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Creamware, Earthenware

Late 18th Century Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Mug
Located in Katonah, NY
A large Blue and White Chinese porcelain mug hand-painted with a continuous scene showing a pagoda
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Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

Quart Size Mochaware Mug Made in England, circa 1810
Located in Katonah, NY
Why we love it: The color! Quart size Mochaware mug. The mug was decorated with bands of a slip in
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19th Century English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Earthenware

Small Brown Mochaware Mug Made in England, circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
Small Mochaware mug made in England, circa 1820. Decorated with two bands of black engine-turned
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19th Century English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Creamware

6 Antique Victorian Graduated Pewter Measures Cups Mugs Tankards
Located in Dayton, OH
Set of six Victorian / Edwardian English pewter measuring cups, tankards, or mugs featuring a
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Silver Mugs

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Pewter

A very rare James II Lady s Drinking Cup/Mug
Located in London, GB
lines. The handle comprises of a flat ribbon of silver bent into the customary "S" form and is chased
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Silver Mugs

A very fine early George III Half Pint Mug
Located in London, GB
The half pint Mug stands on an applied spreading foot decorated with reeding. The plain baluster
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Mid-18th Century English Antique Silver Mugs

Large First Period Worcester Plantation Pattern Mug, circa 1765
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Large First Period Worcester Plantation Pattern Mug, circa 1765 Date: c.1765 Period: George III
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18th Century English George III Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

Creamware Mocha Mug with Underglaze Blue Bands, circa 1800-1820
Located in Downingtown, PA
Creamware Mocha mug with underglaze blue bands, circa 1800-1820 An unusual creamware slip
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Early 19th Century English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Creamware, Pottery

Large Mochaware Mug with Rare Combed Down Rows of Slip
Located in Katonah, NY
exceptional mochaware mug with rare combed-down slip decoration. The renowned mochaware expert, Jonathan
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Early 19th Century English Country Antique Silver Mugs

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Pearlware

Mochaware Mug with Slip Decoration Made in England, circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
A mochaware mug made in England, circa 1820. The mug is made of pearl-glazed creamware. The
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1820s English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Creamware

Rickard Collection Mochaware Mug w/ Oak Leaf Wavy Line Decoration
Located in Katonah, NY
Provenance: The Rickard Collection (a paper label on the bottom of the mug notes that the tankard
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Early 19th Century English Country Antique Silver Mugs

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Pearlware

Victorian Staffordshire Pearlware Child s Mug, Nursery Laundry Day, circa 1840
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A charming Victorian pearlware glazed, transfer printed child’s mug with an applied loop handle
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Mugs

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Pearlware

Antique Regency Sunderland Pink Lustre Pottery Mug/Tankard, Farming Interest
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE POTTERY MUG A generously sized mug with pink lustre and transferware decoration. A scarce
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Early 19th Century British Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Ceramic, Luster

A fine Queen Anne Britannia Standard Mug by Anthony Nelme.
Located in London, GB
The Mug stands on a cast and applied "tucked in" foot and the slightly tapering sides rise to an
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Early 18th Century English Antique Silver Mugs

Georgian period Masons Ironstone Mug in Basket Japan Pattern, circa 1820
By Mason s Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good Ironstone pottery mug made by the English factory of Mason's Ironstone, fully marked
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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Mugs

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Ironstone

Chinese Export Porcelain Mandarin Pattern Dragon Handled Mug or Tankard
Located in Downingtown, PA
porcelain mug has a dragon handle and is painted in famille rose with Mandarin figures. A continuous panel
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1780s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

Antique Mochaware Mug Slip Decorated Made in England, circa 1815
Located in Katonah, NY
An antique mochaware mug made in England circa 1815. Decorated with green glazed rouletting, bands
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19th Century British Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Earthenware

Pair of Chamberlain Worcester Mugs Pattern 240 C.1802-1810
By Chamberlains Worcester
Located in Exeter, GB
A pair of Chamberlain Worcester mugs c.1802-10. Richly decorated in the popular ''Japan'' pattern
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19th Century British Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

Big Antique Salt Glazed Blue Beer Mug Stein Westerwald, 1850
Located in South Burlington, VT
Our desireable German arts and crafts antique blue Salt Glazed Beer Mug or pitcher dates to mid
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19th Century German Antique Silver Mugs

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Ceramic, Stoneware

Staffordshire Porcelain Christening Mug, White with Flowers, Victorian, 1867
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful porcelain christening mug made in Staffordshire in the year 1867, which was the
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1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

Doulton Lambeth Pair Art Nouveau Floral Design Mugs by Eleanor Tosen
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish pair Art Nouveau Doulton Lambeth floral design mugs by renowned artist Eleanor Tosen
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Silver Mugs

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Stoneware

Antique Albert Valentien for Rookwood Art Pottery American Indian Portrait Mug
By Rookwood Pottery Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique art pottery portrait mug by Albert Valentien for Rookwood offers finely hand painted
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19th Century American Antique Silver Mugs

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Pottery

Set of 12 Art Deco Moser/Bohemian Hand Painted, Artist Signed Sailfish Beer Mugs
By Koloman Moser
Located in Great Barrington, MA
An awesome and unusual set of 12 hand blown crystal Art Deco Sailfish beer mugs with raised, molded
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Silver Mugs

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Crystal

Mochaware Creamware Mug Made in England circa 1800 Decorated with "Seaweed"
Located in Katonah, NY
Made in England circa 1800, this exquisite mug is decorated with three milk chocolate-colored slip
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Early 19th Century European Country Antique Silver Mugs

Materials

Creamware

A Giant 19th Century English Pottery Mug with Naive Hunt Scene
Located in Katonah, NY
This huge mug shows a brightly painted hunt scene with naive figures. The riders follow their dogs
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19th Century English Antique Silver Mugs

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Pottery

English Porcelain Large Double-Handled Rare Toasting Mug with Playing Cards
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in Downingtown, PA
English Porcelain large Double-handled Toasting mug with playing cards, Coalport Factory, Circa
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

Worcester Porcelain Mug The Walk In the Garden Pattern 1755-1765
By 1st Period Worcester Dr. Wall
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Worcester porcelain The Walk in the Garden pattern mug Date : c1760 Period : George II
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1750s British George III Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

Sunderland Lustre Mug Grand Union Oddfellows Arms Dixon and Co c1815
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Sunderland Lustre Creamware Mug Decorated For The Grand Union Oddfellows Arms Date : 1813
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1810s British Regency Antique Silver Mugs

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Creamware

Mochaware Quart Mug Decorated with Three Lines of Cable England, circa 1840
Located in Katonah, NY
We are excited to offer this quart mocha ware mug made in England, circa 1840. This mug is
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19th Century English Folk Art Antique Silver Mugs

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Earthenware

CHESTER. A very rare George III Drinking Mug by Richard Richardson III.
Located in London, GB
The Mug is plain in design and is of the slightly bellied "Can" form, which was peculiar to Chester
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Late 18th Century English Antique Silver Mugs

IMPORTANT EMBLEMATIC MUG In German Meissen Porcelain Model of J.J. Kandler
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Madrid, ES
IMPORTANT EMBLEMATIC MUG In German Meissen porcelain, decoration with putti holding apple basket
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19th Century German Baroque Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

An extremely fine George II Half Pint Mug made by Richard Bayley.
Located in London, GB
The Mug is of the "Can" form with slightly tapering sides and a "tucked in" base which is decorated
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Mid-18th Century English Antique Silver Mugs

Coalport Porcelain Porter Mug, Flowers by Thomas Dixon for William Cooke, 1845
By Coalport Porcelain
Located in London, GB
This is a huge porter mug made by Coalport in about 1845. The mug has a white ground and beautiful
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1840s English Victorian Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

Antique German 1/2L Stoneware Pewter Lidded Beer Stein Mug Tankard 8"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique German 1/2 liter stein / mug or tankard featuring a pair of cobalt blue boys with floral
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Late 19th Century Black Forest Antique Silver Mugs

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Metal

19th Century French Hand Painted Ceramic Barbotine Pitchers Mugs, Set of Three
Located in Dallas, TX
on a shelf, or use them to pour water or wine, or use them as beer mugs. Measures: Largest: 5" H
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Late 19th Century French Antique Silver Mugs

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Ceramic

A rare William III Britannia Standard Drinking Mug made by John Cory
Located in London, GB
The Mug stands on a slightly spreading foot which is decorated with reeding. The main body, however
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Early 18th Century English Antique Silver Mugs

A George I Mug made in London in 1725 by Richard Bayley
Located in London, GB
The Mug has a stepped tucked in base which is decorated with reeding. The plain main body has
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Silver Mugs

Mochaware Mug with White Trailed Slip in Wavy Lines Blue Black Stripes
Located in Katonah, NY
This mug features three trailed white slip wavy lines on a panel decorated with black slip. The
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Early 19th Century English Country Antique Silver Mugs

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Earthenware

Beer Stein Stoneware 1/2 Liter Mug Original Pewter Hinge Dancing Drinking Scene
Located in Sofia, BG
Beer stein is an English neologism for either traditional beer mugs made out of stoneware, or
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1910s German Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Mugs

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Ceramic

An early George I Mug made in London in 1716 by John Bache
Located in London, GB
The Mug is plain in design and has slightly tapering sides. The spreading foot is decorated with
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Silver Mugs

Rare Early Mason s Ironstone Large Fluted Mug in School House Pattern circa 1818
By Mason s Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a rare, Ironstone pottery large mug in the School House pattern, made by Mason's Ironstone
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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Silver Mugs

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Ironstone

The Collection of Mario Buatta "God Save the King" Chinese Export Porcelain Mug
Located in Katonah, NY
Provenance: The Private Collection of Mario Buatta This 18th-century Chinese porcelain mug is hand
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Late 18th Century Chinese Neoclassical Antique Silver Mugs

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Porcelain

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Antique Silver Mugs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique silver mugs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique silver mugs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and ceramic. Antique silver mugs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique silver mugs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Georgian, Victorian and Folk Art antique silver mugs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made antique silver mugs over the years, but those made by Mason's Ironstone, John Langlands I John Robertson I and Tiffany Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Silver Mugs?

Prices for antique silver mugs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique silver mugs begin at $62 and can go as high as $24,001, while the average can fetch as much as $1,278.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Silver Mugs
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington Co., Mapp Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.