Mintons (England, 1793-2005)
Mortlock’s of Oxford St, London
Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Beaker
3 7/8″ high x 3 1/2″ diameter
Notes: Rare Queen Victoria 1897 Diamond Jubilee beaker featuring a trifecta queen and notable military and social accomplishments during her reign, made by Mintons for Mortlock’s of Oxford St., London, appropriately marked with the Mintons and Mortlock’s references. The front features three portraits of the Queen, each within an oval and arranged triangularly: as she appeared in 1837, then 1887, and finally 1897. They are flanked by flags and surmounted by a crown. Made by Minton’s for the prestigious Oxford Street store Mortlock’s. The design is unique and because it was a special commission produced exclusively for this very famous London store, it was made in limited numbers, making it very scarce and most desirable.
Markings (concentrically around the rim): IN • COMMEMORATION • OF THE • GLORIOUS • REIGN OF • QUEEN • VICTORIA ••• 1867 ••• 1897. MARKINGS (script verso): • A Few Notable Achievements In Peace And War, During Her Majesty’s Memorable Reign• MARKINGS (verso column one): Afghan War 1839 / Captire of Shanghai 1842 / Punjaub War 1849 / Occupation of Rangon 1852 / Crimean War 1855 / Pacification of India 1858 / Abyssinian War 1867 / Ashantee War 1873 / Annexation of Cyprus 1878 / Zulu War 1880 / Egyptian Campaign 1882 / Annexation of Burmah 1886 / Venezuela Settlmt 1896 / Capture of Dongola 1896 / Capture of / Benin 1897
MARKINGS (verso column two): Railways 1837 / Postal Reform 1840 / Free Trade 1845 / Great Exhibition 1851 / Opening South Kensington / Museum 1857 / Atlantic Cable 1858 / Education Act 1870 / Proclamation of Her Majesty / As Empress of India 1876 / Electric Light 1878 / Royal College Music 1883 / The Franchise 1884 / Revision of the Bible 1885 / Imperial Institute / and Jubilee 1897
Condition: It is in Excellent Condition and Ready for Display.
