{"product_id":"antique-1934-sterling-silver-christening-mug-cased-mackay-chisholm-celtic-90g","title":"Antique George V Sterling Silver Christening Mug | Mackay \u0026 Chisholm, Birmingham 1934, 90g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntique George V Sterling Silver Christening Mug | Mackay \u0026amp; Chisholm, Birmingham 1934\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn authentic late-Interwar period sterling silver christening mug, crafted in a classic tapered form. The piece sits proudly on a flared pedestal base and is finished with an elegant traditional scroll handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body features clean lines and a striking, deeply engraved Celtic-style patterned border decoration — typical of high-end 1930s British silversmithing. The mug retains its original Mackay \u0026amp; Chisholm silk- and velvet-lined presentation box, adding exceptional provenance and gift appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful addition for serious silver collectors, historic nursery displays, or as a sophisticated antique gift with genuine 90-year-old historical patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHallmarks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe side of the body carries a crisp set of British hallmarks stamped cleanly into the silver:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker's Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e M\u0026amp;C LTD — Mackay \u0026amp; Chisholm Ltd, prominent Edinburgh silversmiths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssay Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anchor — Birmingham Assay Office\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFineness Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lion Passant — guaranteed sterling silver .925\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate Letter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uppercase 'K' in clipped hexagonal cartouche — datable exactly to 1934\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Sterling Silver (.925)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90g (approx. 2.89 troy oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2⅝\" (6.7cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRim Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2½\" (6.4cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInscription:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-engraved \"Marjorie\" on the front body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent antique condition with wonderful character consistent with over 90 years of history. We describe condition honestly so you know exactly what you are buying:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mug shows little to no signs of actual use — the silver is structurally perfect and free of any dents, splits, or repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a charming, genuine period inscription reading “Marjorie”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal, light surface tarnish commensurate with age (can be polished to a mirror finish if desired)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original presentation box is in very good condition with strong hinges and virtually no signs of wear to the inner silk or velvet lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease inspect all photographs closely to verify condition details — the item pictured is the exact mug you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeorge V Sterling Silver Christening Mug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Mackay \u0026amp; Chisholm silk- and velvet-lined presentation box\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSent via Royal Mail Special Delivery — fully tracked, insured, and signature required on delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Westbourne Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54297982730587,"sku":"WBA-SIL-CHRS-1934-001","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1035\/4835\/4907\/files\/Christeningmug1.jpg?v=1791651107","url":"https:\/\/westbourneantiques.com\/products\/antique-1934-sterling-silver-christening-mug-cased-mackay-chisholm-celtic-90g","provider":"Westbourne Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}