Victorian Silver Plate Stirrup Cup "Mastiff" Circa 1880

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Our Price:  £1,250.00VAT EXEMPT: Sold under the antique scheme Origin:  UK Date :  Circa 1880 Dimensions:  12cm high Delivery:  No charge Availability:

Victorian Silver Plate Stirrup Cup Circa 1880

In the form of a dog's head(mastiff-the breed is engraved inside).Fully gilded interior with no losses to the gilding.A Stirrup Cup is a Parting Cup given to guests when they are leaving and have their feet in the stirrups. It is also closely connected with hunting as it has long been a tradition for those partaking in a hunt to have a drink before they commence.