A THOMAS WHIPHAM GEORGE II SILVER TANKARD . Thomas Whipham, London, England, circa 1752-1753. Marks: (lion passant) (leopard...

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A THOMAS WHIPHAM GEORGE II SILVER TANKARD
Thomas Whipham, London, England, circa 1752-1753
Marks: (lion passant) (leopard's head crowned) TW, r
8-1/4 inches high (21.0 cm)
17.1 troy ounces

The silver footed tankard with raised band around center and scrolled handle with thumb latch, monogrammed to the bottom W over R.E..

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