A sterling silver beaker or cup for the purpose of storing pens and pencils for the desk.  This is a very simple and elegant piece with the purpose to keep the desk tidy and neat in an elegant and unobtrusive way.  The cup could be used to drink from, but this is a large size cup to drink from, and is best suited for the desk.  The cup was made one of England's most celebrated silversmith and retailer with a rich history, Mappin & Webb, still in existence today.  This is a great gift for a designer, architect or anyone with a penchant for cleanliness and organisation!  The cup is in perfect condition with clear and crisp hallmarks on the side, as well as beautifully crisp stamped retailer's mark on the base.  The hallmarks denote that the piece was made in Sheffield, England, in 1897, making this wonderful quality item one hundred and twenty years old.