             |   |     The correct use of the names of these vessels: Tankard, Mug, and Cann will allow you to sound like a true connoisseur of silver. Tankards have covers, but mugs and canns do not. Be distinctly clear that mug is the English reference and cann is the American equivalent.
It is assumed the origin of the Stirrup Cup dates to the English custom when men gathered on horseback to pack hunt. A welcome drink was a typical start to the hunting day and the classic form is easily held in the hand while on horseback (not requiring a foot) and capable of being tucked in a pocket when not in use.
Rare George III Silver Fox Head Stirrup Cup - [SOLD] London 1779 #20206 Maker: Thomas Pitts, I (Grimwade mark # 2875)
Realistically modeled, with parcel gilt interior
Latin Inscription: "For each man his own pleasures"
Length: 5 inches

 American Silver Tankard by Joseph & Nathaniel Richardson #20280 Philadelphia circa 1785-91
Foliate cipher engraved lid with monogram GB
in Greek key pattern surround, leaf cap, angular handle
Height: 5 ¼ inches Weight: 18 troy ounces
  
American Silver, Three Handled Loving Cup (Tyge)
Gorham Martelé (.9584 silver), completed 1905 #20055 Maker: Alfred J. Ottestead, 72 hours, Chaser: James G. Seton, 58 hours
Chased fuchsia vines on body, engraved monogram ABM, with parcel gilt interior
Height: 7 ¼ inches Weight: 44 troy ounces

 
Queen Anne Silver, Two Handled Caudle Cup
London, 1704
#20240
Maker: John Wisdome
Britannia Standard (.9584/1000)
Superb condition, no repairs or damage, features original crisp engraved arms
Height: 4.5 inches Weight: 11 ounces   George III Cast Silver Fox Head Stirrup Cup - [SOLD] London, 1806 by John Emes #20205
(Grimwade mark #1807)
Fully marked on collar rim, realistically modeled with parcel gilt interior Length: 5 inches Weight: 11 ounces   Fine American Silver Cann Philadelphia c. 1780 #20181 Maker: Abraham Carlisle (Carlisle) Height: 5 ¼ inches Weight: 15.1 ounces
Engraved SL in foliate cypher    Queen Anne Silver, Two Handled Caudle Cup London, 1703-1706 #20241 Maker: Matthew Pickering (Grimwade mark #2193), Britannia Standard (.9584/1000) Prick engraved in oval surround S ◦ B ◦ 1711 Height: 2.5 inches Width: 4.75 inches   Fine George II Silver Mug London, 1734 Maker: Joseph Sanders Engraved Ducal Coronet above contemporary coat of arms Height: 4 ¼ inches    Fine George II Silver Mug London, 1729 Maker: William Fordham Height: 4.5 inches Finely engraved with inverted cypher WRF    Elizabeth II Silver Hound’s Head Stirrup Cup - [SOLD] London, 1968 Fully marked on collar rim, realistically modeled with parcel gilt interior Heavy weight Length: 5 inches   Fine George III Silver Mug London, 1764 #20186 Maker: Whipham & Wright (Grimwade #2976) Engraved coat of arms
Height: 4 inches Weight: 8 ounces    |  |  |