Check the listing for details. Antique German Silver Wine Taster Circa 1695. Listed at 3020.00 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 Antique German Silver Wine Taster Circa 1695 Check Out Our Feedback An exceptional, fine and impressive antique German silver wine taster; an addition to our 17th century wine and drinks related silverware collection. This exceptional antique German silver wine taster has a circular rounded, lobed panelled form. The moulded, panelled surface of the wine taster is embellished with the later engraved inscription 'To J.C.P.L from his Godmother E.L.A.E.T, Oct 5th 1894'. The well of this silver wine taster is encircled with engraved textured decoration. The impressive example of antique silverware is fitted with two cast scrolling handles with plain elevated thumbpieces. This drinking vessel retains the original gilding to the interior; this has worn with age in a sympathetic fashion to an aesthetically pleasing mellow colour.The hallmarks struck to this impressive wine taster include:Maker's mark: UntracedCity mark: Augsburg, GermanyAssay scrape: Zickzack line (Tremolierstrich) Condition This antique silver wine taster is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition, all for its type. The gilding to the exterior surface of the taster has worn in keeping with age. The German hallmarks struck to the surface of the body are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of continental silverware. Dimensions Length across handles 13.3cm/5.2" Diameter 11.2cm/4.4" Height 4.5cm/1.8" Weight 2.9 troy ounces/90.8g Maker: Untraced Maker's Marks Date: Circa 1695 Origin: Augsburg, Germany Contact Seller View Feedback View item video... Jewellery Collection Silverware Collection Rings Collection About Us Andrew Campbell founder and owner of AC Silver has been dealing in antique diamond & gemstone jewellery 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