Antique Meriden B Company Silver Plated Loving Cup Trophy Urn Vase Ice Bucket

This is a Victorian-style, silver-plated loving cup style #38 produced in the late 19th century (circa 1880–1898) by the Meriden B. (Britannia) Company. The specific shape, rim style, and production numbering system point to the height of their late Victorian production era. This vessel features a classic Victorian two-handled design with an elegant, undulating scalloped rim and a heavy baluster-shaped body. It is made of silverplate over a Britannia metal base and has a dramatic iridescent blue, purple, and gold coloration (patina) across the surface. This piece measures approximately 9-1/4 to the top of the scalloped edge and approximately 9-3/4 to the top of the handle. The base is about 7-1/4 inches circumference as is the scalloped rim. The handle to handle width is about 10-1/2. This is a substantial piece, weighing 3.4 pounds. This is a truly unique and standout piece! Perfect as a display item, ice bucket or vase.