Zilveren miniatuur molenbeker, J.S. Zwanenburg & Zn, Sneek, 19e eeuws Eikels better known by her official

better known by her official trade name Widow A

also hallmarked with provincial lion

adapted from a Groningen brandy bowl

Finally hallmarked with master hallmark A+

Zilveren miniatuur van een paard met een wagen

Zilveren miniatuur molenbeker, J.S. Zwanenburg & Zn, Sneek, 19e eeuws Eikels better known by her officialSilver miniature windmill cup, made by the firm Jan Sjerps Zwanenburg & Zn from Sneek. Active from 1864 to 1900. A windmill cup is one of the most fascinating and entertaining objects from the history of Dutch silver. It is not an ordinary drinking vessel, but a so called jesting cup or drinking game cup. From the 17th century well into the 19th century, this cup was used during festive gatherings and weddings to enhance the atmosphere. How did the