A Gold Wash Coin Silver Cup and Saucer, Mark of William Forbes for Ball, Tompkins & Black

Circa 1839-1851, New York, marked "Successors To / Marquand & Co", each a gold wash faceted octagonal footed form with allover engraved foliate decoration and conforming "F de P.B." monograms, the saucer without marks.

The cup 3 in.; the saucer 6 in. dia.

11.55 total troy oz.

From a Significant Boston Silver Collector

Good estate condition.