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For sale is a fine vintage American sterling silver Kiddush beaker / tumbler by the Eastern Sterling Silver Co. (ESCO). …
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For sale is a fine vintage American sterling silver Kiddush beaker / tumbler by the Eastern Sterling Silver Co. (ESCO). Crafted in solid sterling silver with a 34-gram weight, this cup features classic bright-cut wriggle-work hand engraving around the exterior body in traditional geometric drapery and zig-zag patterns.
Historical Provenance & Design Significance: Crafted during the post-WWII mid-century revival of ceremonial silver craftsmanship in the United States, this ESCO sterling beaker represents a bridge between traditional Old World Eastern European wriggle-cut engraving and clean mid-century American proportions[cite: 1]. The tapered beaker profile, devoid of extraneous stems or ornate bases, highlights pure silversmithing geometry paired with textural surface chasing.
Aesthetic Appeal & Curator’s Note: Curator’s Note: Ideal for the refined home bar, tabletop vignette, or Judaica collection, this vintage ESCO sterling beaker offers understated elegance and historical warmth. Featuring a hand-engraved geometric body and a glowing gold-washed interior, it functions as a functional ritual piece or as an accent tumbler on a bar tray.
Dimensions & Details:
Height: Approx. 3.0 inches (7.6 cm)
Rim Diameter: Approx. 2.75 inches (7.0 cm)
Total Weight: 34.0 grams (1.093 troy oz)
Purity: Solid .925 Sterling Silver
Hallmarks: Stamped "ESCO STERLING" on base inside oval mark
Manufacturer: Eastern Sterling Silver Company (ESCO)
Maker's Mark: Stamped on the bottom center within an oval mark reading ESCO above STERLING.
Origin: Newark, New Jersey / New York, USA.
Period / Age: Circa 1940s–1950s (Mid-20th Century). ESCO was a prominent American manufacturer of Judaica and sterling hollowware operating actively during the mid-20th century.
Material: Solid Sterling Silver (.925 Purity) with interior vermeil / gold wash.
Reference
Book Title: American Silvermarks: Including Marks of Early American Silversmiths and Federal Silver Manufacturing Companies
Author: Ralph M. Kovel & Terry H. Kovel
Page / Reference: Section E under ESCO / Eastern Sterling Silver Co. (Newark, NJ / NY). (Alternative Judaica Reference: Greenstein, Jonathan. A Guide to Authentic Fine Judaica, Judaica Auction Press, p. 142).
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- Dimensions
- 2.75ʺW × 2.75ʺD × 3ʺH
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Sterling Silver
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- In excellent vintage condition with minor surface micro-scratches and light oxidation inside the engraved lines consistent with age and careful … moreIn excellent vintage condition with minor surface micro-scratches and light oxidation inside the engraved lines consistent with age and careful use. Sits completely flat with no heavy dings, cracks, or repairs noted. Unpolished to preserve original patina. Please inspect all high-resolution photos for exact condition. less
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