A stunning set of 4 vintage heavy silver-plated Julep cups by Webster Wilcox with 4 vintage Julep spoons. These vintage Julep cups have a magical feel to them. They are solid/heavy in weight and well-crafted. They feature the traditional "footed" base and tapered design and a "beaded" design on the upper and lower part of the cup. The Julep spoons are "hollow" and serve as a Julep stirring spoon as well as a sipping spoon. Truly a stunning set.
Maker: Webster Wilcox
This set comes with: 4 Julep cups and 4 Julep spoons
A bit about this maker: The Wilcox Silver Plate Co. (1867-c. 1980) was formed in Meriden, Connecticut. From 1865 to 1867, it was known as the Wilcox Brittania Co. In 1898, the company was acquired by the International Silver Company, headquartered in Meriden. After the acquisition, the Wilcox Silver Plate Co. brand continued until 1980.
Measurements: Each cup measures just shy of 4 1/4" tall and the diameter is a tad of 3 1/4" -- please note: Webster Wilcox made several variations of this vintage Julep cup, so if trying to matching existing cups, please make certain this is the style and size you're looking for.
Hallmarks: Each cup has the "Webster Wilcox" etched on the bottom along with "IS" (International Silver Co.) and one cup has its original foil sticker / The Julep spoons are hallmarked are not hallmarked.
Condition: Good vintage condition overall with mild age. We like to be thorough when it comes to our vintage pieces/sets, so here's a full summary:
1) There's general what we refer to as "surface wear" (that can include micro fine scratches, noticeable scrapes, etc) from past handling or how the cups were stored.
2) There's minor surface wear on the very bottom rims and one includes a noticeable scratch; we're unsure if this happened during manufacturing or post purchase.
3) There's tarnish on both the cups as well as the spoons (we have not polished any of these pieces).
4) There's minor tarnish and wear to the silver-plating in the interior bottom (mostly on one cup, see photo).
In short, these antique Julep cups and spoons are in good vintage condition overall but do show mild signs of age and tarnish. These cups are lovely and display beautifully and have a magical feel to them.
**On shipping: We take our packaging very seriously and carefully wrap all pieces to ensure safe delivery. Please note: we're not making a penny. These cups are solid/very heavy in weight and will be packed well to ensure safe arrival, which means a larger, heavier box!
****Important to note pre-purchase: Buyers, please examine all photos carefully as we cannot accept returns due to the fragile nature (the possibility of breakage or damage when being shipped back) of our vintage/antique pieces. Our items are true vintage pieces that might have manufacturers flaws, flaws from age, or imperfections in general from being vintage. We try to explain the condition/description in an accurate and thorough manner but we ask that you please examine all photos carefully and ask all questions before purchasing an item as we are unable to accept returns due to the risk of breakage/damage.