Bidspirit auction | Britannia Silver Porringer - 1902

Britannia Silver Porringer - 1902 - This is 95.8% silver, not 92.5%. approx 210g The vessel features a circular body with a pronounced hammered finish to the upper section and a repoussé band of acanthus leaves around the base. It is flanked by two cast scrolling handles with foliate terminals. The interior displays evidence of original gilding. This specific profile of a lion's head with a jagged, ”torn” neckline represents the Britannia Standard (95.8% pure silver). It was used instead of the traditional Sterling silver walking lion (lion passant) to guarantee the higher metal purity. The Figure of Britannia: A seated figure of Britannia, which is the secondary hallmark used to confirm the Britannia purity standard on pieces assayed in London. Date Letter (g): The lowercase, stylized letter g inside a distinct shield format corresponds to the London Assay Office mark for the year 1902.