{"product_id":"antique-peruvian-coin-mounted-silver-wine-tasting-cup","title":"Antique Peruvian Coin-Mounted Silver Wine Tasting Cup","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e 1.25″ H × 2.5″ W × 2.25″ D\u003cbr\u003e Weight: 0.84 troy oz. (approximately 26.1 grams)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn intriguing small Peruvian silver tasting cup incorporating historic silver Sol coins, including an 1890 coin fashioned into a distinctive thumb rest or handle. Its shallow, hand-worked bowl features a delicately patterned rim, irregular contours, and a richly developed patina that gives the piece an almost archaeological presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vessel reflects a tradition of repurposing coinage into decorative and functional silver objects. Subtle variations in the surface, warm oxidation, and traces of earlier use lend considerable character to this diminutive piece. Silver tested; exact fineness and date of assembly have not been established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Fifth Avenue estate of a distinguished author and humanitarian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn evocative accent for a curated bar, library shelf, or collection of antique silver and objets d'art. Particularly effective alongside ceramics, early metalwork, and other small objects with historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique condition with pronounced tarnish, surface wear, dents, and irregularities consistent with age and use. A small hole is present in the side of the bowl. Best suited for decorative display rather than holding liquids. The existing patina has been preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"catchmewhenyoucan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67815991902260,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/6066\/7956\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_6df721d2-9b6d-48bf-a919-93c6d3c41101.png?v=1792793353","url":"https:\/\/catchmewhenyoucan.com\/products\/antique-peruvian-coin-mounted-silver-wine-tasting-cup","provider":"catchmewhenyoucan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}