Collectibles-General (Antiques)/pewter goblets??

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Expert: Martin G Roberts - 3/1/2009


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We have two goblets that appear to be of pewter. They have two marks on the bottom in a diamond shape pattern. The first mark is of a horse facing left. The second appears to be a warriors helmet or something similar. We were wondering if they are antique or not.

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Hello  Delsie,

Your goblets or wine cups probably are made of pewter. This type of deep relief cast decoration is commonly found on 20th Century souvenir pieces, and your pieces will date not earlier than about 1920, and possibly much later. Objects with similar decoration are often of German manufacture, but the marks you describe are not typical, so I cannot be certain where they were made.

Hope that helps.

Martin
www.antique-metalware.co.uk
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Martin G Roberts

Expertise

Pewter of the 19th Century and earlier from the British Isles and Ireland. I can comment on origin, date, rarity, and value. I cannot give detailed information on 'art' metalware, Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Arts & Crafts metalware. See my website for more information: www.antique-metalware.co.uk.

Experience

A collector for twelve years and a dealer for seven.

Publications
Journal of the Pewter Society
Pewter Society Newsletter
Bulletin of the Pewter Collectors' Club of America

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