Antique Sterling Silver Collapsible Traveling Cup with Case, George W. Shiebler, C 1900

About This Piece

A fine American sterling silver collapsible traveling cup with sterling case and ornate handle, c. 1900, by George W. Shiebler of New York. Devised for sporting events, picnics, and travel — the case opens and the cup pulls up in a telescoping fashion; the handle closes down against the side for stability, and after use the cup collapses back into the silver case. A beautifully engineered and highly collectible piece at 108 grams. The Shiebler firm, known for high-quality sterling and mixed-metal hollowware, was dissolved in 1910.

Hallmarks & Provenance

American sterling silver. Marked for George W. Shiebler, New York, c. 1900 (firm dissolved 1910).

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: New York, USA
• Date: c. 1900
• Maker: George W. Shiebler, New York (active until 1910)
• Material: Sterling silver
• Cup height (extended): 2⅞"
• Cup opening: 1¾"
• Case diameter: 2¼"
• Case height: 1"
• Weight: 108 grams (3.47 troy ounces)
• Item ID: 120018

Condition

Very good. Case has two tiny dings. Cup has normal surface scratches in accordance with age and use. Normal marks on each telescoping section where the silver slides over the next — as shown in photographs.

Shipping & Handling

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