Check the listing for details. Continental Silver Mounted Coconut Cup - Antique Circa 1890 Height 9.6cm. Listed at 2263.74 USD. Pages View All Products About Us Get In Touch Follow Us View Feedback Got A Question? - Get In Touch! Welcome To - AC Silver Unlimited Fantastic Feedback - Look at our reviews! Visit Store About Us Feedback Contact Us Fully Insured Shipping Free national & International Established since 1977 Internationally Recognised 30 Day Returns Policy For Guaranteed Satisfaction Continental Silver Mounted Coconut Cup - Antique Circa 1890 Check Out Our Feedback Description This exceptional antique silver mounted coconut cup has a plain rounded form. This antique coconut cup retains the original silver mount and hinged strapping system securing the natural vessel. The coconut bowl is embellished with three exceptional carved panels depicting strolling figures on a dock, and two nautical scenes incorporating manned ships. Each intricately decorated panel is encompassed with an incorporated carved layered leaf border. The convex silver panel to the lower portion of the coconut vessel is encompassed with an impressive applied array of suspended leaf festoons accented with a floral motif to the nadir of each. This antique cup is supported by three simplified hoof style feet; this style foot proffers an older appearance whereas the construction, condition and further ornamentation determines this piece was crafted circa 1890. NOTE: Coconut cups were popular in the late 15th and early 16th centuries as it was believed that the shell of the coconut would act as a natural defence against poison. The shells shape and scarcity of the commodity enabled the wealthy to mount the shells in precious metals to allow them to be used as respectable and highly treasured drinking vessels. View the full range of silverware available at AC Silver Condition This mount of this antique coconut cup is a excellent gauge of silver, excellent quality and in excellent condition. The coconut vessel is in perfect condition. The applied decoration is all very sharp. There are no hallmarks as to be expected with such a piece; the date and origin can be determined by the composition and decoration. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique silverware. Dimensions Diameter of rim 10.3cm/4.1" Width across feet 8.5cm/3.3" Height 9.6cm/3.8" Weight An accurate weight of silver cannot be provided as cup has a coconut shell drinking vessel. Date: Circa 1890 Origin: Europe Contact Seller View Feedback Jewellery Collection Silverware Collection Rings Collection About Us Andrew Campbell founder and owner of AC Silver has been dealing in antique diamond & gemstone jewellery and antique sterling silver since 1977. In addition to his high quality Newcastle-based shop, Andrew has developed what is now an established and internationally recognised online store. Delivery Information We offer free domestic delivery on all items. Smaller items such as games and accessories are shipped with Royal Mail and can be expected within 1-3 working days in most cases. Larger items such as consoles are shipped with a courier via next day delivery (UPS/DPD). All orders placed before 2pm GMT are dispatched the same day. Returns Policy If your item is no longer required, then you can return it to us for a full refund. Please note that the item must be returned in the same condition as it was received, with new/sealed items remaining sealed if applicable. If you require any further assistance regarding your return, then feel free to get in touch via the eBay messaging system. If we could also remove the Ebay Member Since part at the bottom that would be appreciated. Contact Us If you have any questions at all please just contact us via eBay's e-mail system. You can also or use the Business seller information contact details at the bottom of every listing. Fully Insured Shipping Free national & International Established since 1977 Internationally Recognised 30 Day Returns Policy For Guaranteed Satisfaction Links Home About Us View Feedback Contact Us Company Info Company Name: AC Silver Unlimited Based In United Kingdom ebay member since 06th Jan 2003 Designed By Jarilo Design