Check the listing for details. 1820s Antique Silver Mounted Coconut Cup. Listed at 2505.00 USD. Pages View All ProduCts About Us Get In Touch Follow Us View Feedback Got A Question? - Get In Touch! Welcome To - AC Silver Unlimited Fantastic Feedback - Look at our reviews! Visit Store About Us Feedback Contact Us Fully Insured Shipping Free national & International Established since 1977 Internationally Recognised 30 Day Returns Policy For Guaranteed SatisfaCtion Silver Mounted Coconut Cup - Antique Circa 1820 Check Out Our Feedback Description This exceptional antique silver mounted coconut cup has a circular rounded form onto a circular pedestal foot. The upper portion of the cup is encircled with an impressive, applied silver border to the rim accented with bands of tooled decoration above a shaped border in junction with the drinking vessel. The antique coconut drinking cup is embellished with exceptional finely carved circular medallion style patterns, incorporating a diaper pattern design and sunburst motif. The coconut vessel surmounts a fine and impressive knopped pedestal and circular foot; the upper portion is ornamented with a shaped border, reflecting the design to the upper rim. NOTE: Coconut cups were popular in the late 15th and early 16th centuries as it was believed that the shell of the coconut would act as a natural defense against poison. The shells shape and scarcity of the commodity enabled the wealthy to mount the shells in precious metals to allow them to be used as respectable and highly treasured drinking vessels. Condition This antique coconut drinking cup is an exceptional gauge of silver for its type, exceptional quality and in excellent presentation condition in keeping with age. There is some minor wear to the high points of the ornamentation of the coconut vessel, as often the case in keeping with age. There are no hallmarks as to be expected with such a piece; the date and origin can be determined by the composition and decoration. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of Victorian silverware. Dimensions Diameter of rim 7.6cm/3" Diameter of body 10.4cm/4.1" Diameter of base 9.5cm/3.7" Height 22.8cm/9" Weight An accurate weight of silver cannot be provided as cup has a coconut shell drinking vessel. Date: Circa 1820 Origin: Europe Contact Seller View Feedback Jewelry ColleCtion Silverware ColleCtion Rings ColleCtion About Us Andrew Campbell founder and owner of AC Silver has been dealing in antique diamond & gemstone jewelry and antique sterling silver since 1977. In addition to his high quality Newcastle-based shop, Andrew has developed what is now an established and internationally recognised online store. Delivery Information We offer free domestic delivery on all items. Smaller items such as games and accessories are shipped with Royal Mail and can be expeCted within 1-3 working days in most cases. Larger items such as consoles are shipped with a courier via next day delivery (UPS/DPD). All orders placed before 2pm GMT are dispatched the same day. Returns Policy If your item is no longer required, then you can return it to us for a full refund. Please note that the item must be returned in the same condition as it was received, with new/sealed items remaining sealed if applicable. If you require any further assistance regarding your return, then feel free to get in touch via the eBay messaging system. If we could also remove the Ebay Member Since part at the bottom that would be appreciated. Contact Us If you have any questions at all please just contact us via eBay's e-mail system. You can also or use the Business seller information contact details at the bottom of every listing. Fully Insured Shipping Free national & International Established since 1977 Internationally Recognised 30 Day Returns Policy For Guaranteed SatisfaCtion Links Home About Us View Feedback Contact Us Company Info Company Name: AC Silver Unlimited Based In United Kingdom ebay member since 06th Jan 2003 Designed By Jarilo Design