λA large Victorian presentation silver flagon

λA large Victorian presentation silver flagon,

by Thomas Smily, London 1864,

in the early 18th century manner, fluted circular form, the scroll handle with ivory insulators, and with a large spout, the hinged cover inscribed 'A goblet of burgundy fill fill for me, give those who prefer it champagne, but whatever the wine a bumper must be, if we ne'er drink a bumper again. Now, now when the cares of the day are thrown by, and all man's best feelings possess him, and the soul lights her beacon of truth in the eye, here's a health to the Queen, God Bless her! God Bless her! God Bless her, here's a health to the Queen, God Bless her! June 10th, 1885', also engraved with a crest and on a spread circular foot, height 31.5cm, approx. weight 87oz.