{"product_id":"antique-french-sterling-silver-wine-or-mint-julep-cup-tumbler-or-timbale-figural","title":"Antique French Sterling Silver Wine or Mint Julep Cup, Tumbler or Timbale, Figural","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabulous antique French hallmarked Belle Epoque era sterling silver wine or mint julep cup, tumbler or \"timbale\" with machined or engraved figural decoration including ornate scrolling tendrils, knight in full armor, scholar with book \u0026amp; globe and a farmer tying wheat all surrounding or flanking a bold A.M. monogram!  This one bears the French swan hallmark for imported items, I'm not sure of the other \"E12\" marking (possibly from the country of origin or the silversmith mark. Wonderful, just in from France and one of a few fabulous French sterling pieces we're adding today, just in from France, so be sure to browse some while you're with us. Thanks! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Timbale\" is the French term for the stemless metal goblet or tumbler used for wine, (in our case, sterling silver). The noun feminine for it is tasse, which is more like a typical cup with handle. Demi-tasse is a half or small cup. In their time, these were used for wine at the table. Some speculate this form of drinking goblet is that after which the English term for 'thimble' evolved, the form or shape being that of the thimble for sewing. The goblet predates the sewing thimble, however. A long history is France, these are much sought after and bring a surprising price as many collect this particularly French wine goblet. The earlier, the better. I've seen them fetch upward of $1000, and even the more common silversmiths from 19th century are in the $400 range and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eVery good condition. This one weighs 63 grams.  Very light visible surface scuffs, indicative of age and possibly a tiny dimple or two but no larger dents, damage or repairs.  The remnants of a gold plated or \"vermeil\" interior.  See pictures for weight and measurements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48664267620606,"sku":null,"price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/files\/626amtimba.jpg?v=1785439084","url":"https:\/\/antiques-uncommon-treasure.com\/ru\/products\/antique-french-sterling-silver-wine-or-mint-julep-cup-tumbler-or-timbale-figural","provider":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","version":"1.0","type":"link"}