Royal Irish Silver Co. Sterling Silver-Gilt Wolf Stirrup Cup, 1972
A striking sterling silver-gilt stirrup cup by the Royal Irish Silver Co., hallmarked Dublin, 1972. The upper section is finely modelled as the head of a snarling wolf, rendered with exceptional detail in textured sterling silver. The interior is richly gilt, providing a luxurious contrast and a traditional touch associated with ceremonial drinking vessels.
A striking sterling silver-gilt stirrup cup by the Royal Irish Silver Co., hallmarked Dublin, 1972. The upper section is finely modelled as the head of a snarling wolf, rendered with exceptional detail in textured sterling silver. The interior is richly gilt, providing a luxurious contrast and a traditional touch associated with ceremonial drinking vessels.
A striking sterling silver-gilt stirrup cup by the Royal Irish Silver Co., hallmarked Dublin, 1972. The upper section is finely modelled as the head of a snarling wolf, rendered with exceptional detail in textured sterling silver. The interior is richly gilt, providing a luxurious contrast and a traditional touch associated with ceremonial drinking vessels.
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A striking sterling silver-gilt stirrup cup by the Royal Irish Silver Co., hallmarked Dublin, 1972. The upper section is finely modelled as the head of a snarling wolf, rendered with exceptional detail in textured sterling silver. The interior is richly gilt, providing a luxurious contrast and a traditional touch associated with ceremonial drinking vessels.
This sculptural piece follows the tradition of stirrup cups — typically given to riders before a hunt — and is designed to be held inverted when not in use, resting on the animal's head.
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Specifications:
Maker: Royal Irish Silver Co.
Date: 1972
Assay: Dublin, Ireland
Material: Sterling silver, gilt interior
Weight: 304 gramsDimensions:
Height: 11.5 cm
Diameter (rim): 6.5 cmHallmarks: Fully hallmarked to the body with Irish sterling standard marks, date letter (1972), and maker’s mark RI for Royal Irish Silver Co.
Condition Report: Very good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age.
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ITEM LOCATION : United Kingdom
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INCLUDED: Complimentary Gift Wrap Packaging & Certificate of Evaluation.
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