Queen Anne Provincial Britannia Silver Tankard, John Elston, Exeter, 1713

Description

A Queen Anne provincial Britannia standard silver tankard, Exeter 1713 by John Elston I.

Fully marked to the body with the figure of Britannia and lion head erased; castle with three turrets in shield for Exeter; N, Exeter date letter for 1713; and bearing the worn mark of Elston. Lid unmarked. Handle pricked with a pair of initials likely related to a wedding - HP and PS and the date 1714 below. Pricked crest opposite handle with Pegasus and wreath.

7 inches wide by 4 Â¾ inches deep by 6 Â¾ inches tall

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Hinge functions, though one barrel has separated. Scratches, dings and dents.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Silver

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Hinge functions, though one barrel has separated. Scratches, dings and dents.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

6.75 x 7 x 4.75 in

Queen Anne Provincial Britannia Silver Tankard, John Elston, Exeter, 1713

Lot 0029

Estimate $3,400-$10,200

Jun 21, 2026, 4:07 PM EDT

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