ERNEST DREW & SONS 1927 London Liquor Flask In Engraved Crystal & Sterling Silver
Liquor flask bottle designed by Ernest Drew & Sons.
This is a very handsome and handy liquor flask bottle, created in London England by the silversmiths of Ernest Drew & Sons, back in the 1927. This beautiful liquor flask is very rare and has been masterfully crafted with parts made up in solid sterling silver of .925/.999, clear hand-cut glass. It is fitted on top with a screwed hinged lid and a cork.
Ernest Drew & Sons
Ernest Drew & Sons refers to a notable London-based luxury goods maker, active late 19th/early 20th century, specializing in high-quality sterling silver items like flasks, vanity cases, and personal accessories, often marked with their initials (SSDED) and London hallmarks from the era, with items found today typically from the late Victorian to Edwardian periods. They were known for combining sterling silver with other materials like leather or crystal, and their work is recognized by collectors. Located at Piccadilly Circus & Leadenhall Street, London.
Country: London England.
Period: Art-Deco, 1927-1928.
Manufacturer: Ernest Drew & Sons.
Materials: Sterling Silver and hand cut & engraved crystal.
Weight: 191.6 Grams, (122.85 Dwt).
Measurements: 117 mm by 30 mm by 60 mm (4.61 x 1.18 x 2.38 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with British marks for the city of London, the maker's mark ED associated to Ernest Drew & Sons, the mark for the assay and warranty of the .925/.999 silver, the letter M for the date code 1927 and signed as follows; "DREWS & SONS PICCADILLY CIRCUS".
Monograms: Yes, GM.
Condition: The overall condition of this Ernest Drew & Sons liquor flask is very good. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the silver or the glass. This flask has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D012026TENJ/5.680