William III Sterling Silver Miniature Caudle Cup, London 1698
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Rare William III sterling silver miniature caudle cup by John Sutton circular part fluted with bead decorated scroll handles, engraved initials to both sides, Brittannia mark, London 1698, 7.5 cm height
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- Sterling Silver - Sterling silver is a mixture of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% of another metal, usually copper. Fine silver is 99.9% pure silver, and is relatively soft and the addition of the very small amount of copper gives the metal enough strength and hardness to be worked into jewellery, decorative and household objects.
- Engraving - The method of decorating or creating inscriptions on silver and other metal objects by marking the surface with a sharp instrument such as a diamond point or rotating cutting wheel.
- Caudle - Caudle is a type of warm, sweet drink typically made from a mixture of wine or ale, sugar, and spices. It was popular in medieval Europe, especially in England, and was often served to sick or convalescent people as a form of nourishment. the drink was also served at special occasions such as births, christenings, and weddings. The drink would be poured into a large bowl and guests would be served from it using a ladle, or it would be served in caudle cups, made of silver or pottery with a lift off lid.
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