RARE Pre Civil War Grosjean & Woodward Coin Silver Handled Mug AMAZING DESIGN

Description

For sale here is a RARE handled mug made by Grosjean and Woodward circa 1860.  It was made for and merchandised through Hayden & Whilden & Co of Charleston, South Carolina.  Hayden & Whilden were considered comparable to Tiffany & Co. in the pre Civil War South.  They were Gold and Silversmiths and Jewelers.  This piece has a very aesthetic design of birds, flowers and other foliage.  It measures 5" tall and 5" wide at its widest point.  The workmanship here is absolutely incredible!!  Please look at the photos carefully as they can better describe this piece than I can using words.  A name "Agnes A. Justin" is beautifully engraved opposite the handle A similar pair of goblets made by Grosjean and Woodward for Tiffany & Company in the exact same pattern sold for ,000.00 not long ago.    This mug is marked on the bottom "Hayden & Whilden Gold and Silversmiths"  in an oval.  Also in the oval on the right and left sides are the initials "G & W" for Grosjean and Woodward.  The total weight of the mug is 6.575 troy ounces.  This is a quality, highly crafted and RARE, valuable antique silver piece.  It's absolutely stunning.
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