German Silver Water/Cordial Jug - Antique Circa 1920

This exceptional antique German silver water jug has a circular rounded form onto a circular spreading foot.

The ovoid-shaped body of this impressive antique silver water jug is plain, with bands of tooled decoration to the tapering neck.

The upper rim and spout of this exceptional antique silver jug is encompassed with an applied moulded border.

This impressive example of antique silverware is fitted with a plain elongated handle.

The hallmarks to the underside of the jug includes:

National mark/reichsmark: Crescent moon and crown (Halbmond und Krone)

Silver quality/purity mark: 835 (.835, 835/1000)

Maker's mark: Icon for Wilhelm Binder (Schwabisch Gmund, Germany)

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Maker: Wilhelm Binder

This antique German silver water jug is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The jug has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.

The German hallmarks struck to the underside of the base are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique silverware.

Length from back of handle to tip of lip 13.8cm/5.4"

Width 12.2cm/4.8"

Height 21.9cm/8.6"

15.2 troy ounces/473g