Late 19th Century Sterling Silver Rimmed Horn Cup With Glass Bottom George II and patina to brass pulls

and patina to brass pulls and casters

beautifully modeled in the classic recumbent pose with each lion resting a paw atop a sphere—a traditional symbol of strength and guardianship

18 1/4” SH

and serving pieces

Late 19th Century Sterling Silver Rimmed Horn Cup With Glass Bottom George II and patina to brass pullsLate 19th Century Sterling Silver Rimmed Horn Cup With Glass Bottom A refined example of Victorian era craftsmanship, this late 19th century horn cup is both utilitarian and commemorative. Tapered in form and measuring 2. 75 inches wide by 4. 5 inches high, the cup features a warm natural horn body elegantly banded with sterling silver at the rim and base. A shield shaped silver cartouche engraved with the initials J. C. and dated July 3rd, 1878 lends