Goblet/Chalice from India

[blondecathy326]

I found these 4 goblets/chalice that my grandmother had that appear to be silver but I'm not sure as I can't find any information on the marking that is on the bottom of each goblet [India P134]. The goblets are etched or maybe it's engraved with like a crest and flowers. Not sure. It polished up very nicely. I'd like to be able to tell my daughter something about them but I can't seem to find any info. I have photos but don't know how to post. Any info is appreciated.

[dognose]

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[blondecathy326]

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The color that the goblet appears in the photo is actually not accurate because it is picking up the photographer. The stem of the goblet is closer to the actual color of silver. Thank you for your help.

[blondecathy326]

I'm sorry but I don't normally post on forums so I don't know how to do this very well. Not sure if the pics are even big enough for you to see the detail on the goblet and stemp. The color on the goblet is not accurate as it is picking up the photographer. The color of the whole goblet is the color of the stem bottom. Also, each goblet has a different number of markings. For instance, one goblet has 4 circles on the stem bottom and another has 5 then another has 6 then another has 3. Same with the circles around the "crest." One goblet has 9 around the crest. Another goblet has 13, etc. Thank you.

[Noble Metals]

Hi, just to throw in my two cents worth, I would guess these are silverplated brass. The easy test is in the weight: if it feels heavy and solid then very likely it is silverplated brass. Look along the rim and edge of the foot for brass showing through the plating. If it feels relatively light weight for its size and even a little flexible, then it could be silver. A acid test is the only sure way to know. There is a little bit of solid silver from India that looks like this but there is a huge quantity of silverplated brass of the same style. It is hand-engraved by skilled craftsmen. Hope this helps -