Check the listing for details. Antique German Silver Tankard 1610s. Width: 9.7cm/3.8". Listed at 25960.00 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 German Silver Tankard - Antique Circa 1610 Check Out Our Feedback Description This exceptional antique German silver tankard has a plain tapering cylindrical form onto a circular shaped domed foot. The surface of this antique tankard is embellished with impressive partial gilt chased scrolling decoration accented with central fruit and floral sprays in addition to undulating leaf designs, all on a matte background. The upper rim of this lady"s tankard is encompassed with an applied moulded border. This rare silver tankard retains the original domed cover encircled with further chased scrolling ornamentation, reflecting that of the body and features a cast figural thumbpiece. The plain domed portion of the cover is surmounted with the original and impressive cast tiered finial. The impressive cylindrical hinge is ornamented with further matte textures. This antique German tankard is fitted with a cast silver C shaped handle ornamented with an impressive scrolling ornamentation; the design to the handpiece is incorporated into the plain thumbpiece. The domed foot is encircled with a band of chased quatrefoil shaped motifs, flanked with bands of tooled decoration. The exterior surface of the body and cover retains the original gilding; the interior has been re-gilt. The hallmarks struck to the underside, surface and foot of this impressive antique silver tankard include: Maker"s mark: David Eckrich City mark: Augsburg, Germany Control mark: 12.B (12 löthige/loth, .750 (750/1000) Assay scrape: Zickzack line (Tremolierstrich) Additional mark: NFRS (untraced) Tankards of this size are highly desireable and rare to be found in such original, exceptional condition. Condition This rare silver tankard is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in original, exceptional condition. The partial gilding has natural wear in keeping with age. The German hallmarks struck to the underside, surface of the body and cover are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of 17th century silverware. Dimensions Length from back of handle to rim 13cm/5.1" Width 9.7cm/3.8" Height 13.8cm/5.4" Weight 12.6 troy ounces/392g Date: Circa 1610 Origin: Augsburg, Germany Maker: David Eckrich 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