$190.00 USD
An exquisite mid-20th-century German .800 solid silver beaker or miniature Kiddush cup crafted by the renowned silver manufactory of Gottlieb Kurz (Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany). Designed with an elegant flared form, this piece features an ornate relief floral band encircling the upper exterior, a satin-brushed finished body, and a rich, fully intact gold wash (vermeil) interior.
Item Specifics:
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Material: Solid German .800 Continental Silver
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Interior Finish: Gold Wash / Vermeil
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Origin: Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany
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Maker: Gottlieb Kurz (GK Emblem Hallmark)
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Height: 2.5 inches
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Top Diameter: 2.0 inches
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Weight: 30.0 grams
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Age/Period: Circa 1930s–1950s
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The structural form is entirely intact with no dents, dings, monograms, or repairs. The exterior silver displays a soft, untouched vintage patina with light surface micro-scratches consistent with age and gentle handling. The interior gold wash remains vibrant and complete.
Reference
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Book Title: German Silver Marks: Marks and Hallmarks of German Silver and Silverplate (from 1888)
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Author: Giorgio B.
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Reference Note: Gottlieb Kurz, Schwäbisch Gmünd (founded 1895). Documented manufacturer hallmark incorporating the official .800 national standard fineness punch and Gottlieb Kurz maker emblem.
Authenticity Assessment
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Hallmark Punch Examination: Direct magnified inspection of the base confirms an authentic, clear strike of the standard 800 fineness mark alongside the official Gottlieb Kurz crown maker's punch.
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Metal & Surface Wear: The crisp detail on the embossed floral rim band shows natural high-point softening consistent with period struck metalwork rather than cast reproduction seam lines.
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Vermeil Interior: The interior displays genuine electro-gilt/gold-wash toning with typical edge transition oxidation where the gilding meets the rim.
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Physical Proportions: Weight (30g) to dimension ratio (2.5" x 2") matches period German silver sheet gauge standards for barware and ritual Judaica shot cups.
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