c. 1890–1910 Frank M. Whiting Pattern 50 Old Kentucky Sterling Silver Mint Julep Cup (110 g)

$850.00
A handsome American sterling silver mint julep cup by Frank M. Whiting & Co. of North Attleboro, Massachusetts, in the firm's Old Kentucky pattern, No. 50. The cup is stamped “Pattern 50” and “Old Kentucky Mint Julep Cup,” together with “Sterling Silver” and the Frank M. Whiting mark. The traditional straight-sided form has a gently tapering body with restrained raised borders, characteristic of the classic American julep cup. Frank M. Whiting & Co. was an important American silver manufacturer, active in North Attleboro from 1878 into the 20th century. The Old Kentucky pattern is documented as a Frank Whiting sterling hollowware pattern. Dating to approximately 1890–1910, this is a substantial and very well-proportioned example, weighing 110 grams. It measures 3 3/4 inches in height and 2 7/8 inches across, with a capacity of approximately 1.5 cups, or 12 fluid ounces. Maker: Frank M. Whiting & Co., North Attleboro, Massachusetts Pattern: No. 50, Old Kentucky Description: Old Kentucky Mint Julep Cup Material: Sterling silver (.925) Date: circa 1890–1910 Height: 3 3/4 inches Width: 2 7/8 inches Capacity: approximately 12 fl. oz. Weight: 110 grams Condition: Good antique condition, with light surface scratching and other signs of age and use commensurate with age. Please see photographs for the condition and appearance of the silver. A classic example of American sterling hollowware associated with the enduring tradition of the Kentucky mint julep, and an appealing addition to a collection of American silver. Check out some of my other sterling silver here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=shop_sugg§ion_id=19121632 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP
A handsome American sterling silver mint julep cup by Frank M. Whiting & Co. of North Attleboro, Massachusetts, in the firm's Old Kentucky pattern, No. 50. The cup is stamped “Pattern 50” and “Old Kentucky Mint Julep Cup,” together with “Sterling Silver” and the Frank M. Whiting mark. The traditional straight-sided form has a gently tapering body with restrained raised borders, characteristic of the classic American julep cup. Frank M. Whiting & Co. was an important American silver manufacturer, active in North Attleboro from 1878 into the 20th century. The Old Kentucky pattern is documented as a Frank Whiting sterling hollowware pattern. Dating to approximately 1890–1910, this is a substantial and very well-proportioned example, weighing 110 grams. It measures 3 3/4 inches in height and 2 7/8 inches across, with a capacity of approximately 1.5 cups, or 12 fluid ounces. Maker: Frank M. Whiting & Co., North Attleboro, Massachusetts Pattern: No. 50, Old Kentucky Description: Old Kentucky Mint Julep Cup Material: Sterling silver (.925) Date: circa 1890–1910 Height: 3 3/4 inches Width: 2 7/8 inches Capacity: approximately 12 fl. oz. Weight: 110 grams Condition: Good antique condition, with light surface scratching and other signs of age and use commensurate with age. Please see photographs for the condition and appearance of the silver. A classic example of American sterling hollowware associated with the enduring tradition of the Kentucky mint julep, and an appealing addition to a collection of American silver. Check out some of my other sterling silver here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=shop_sugg§ion_id=19121632 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP