📝 Item Description
Elegant vintage silver-plated presentation goblet, crafted by Barker Ellis, England.
Engraved:
Wakefield Hospital Management Committee
Mrs. F. Tyas
31 March 1974
This piece was likely awarded as a recognition or retirement gift.
Made by the renowned Birmingham silversmith Barker Ellis Silver Co., known for their high-quality electroplate tableware and commemorative items from the mid-20th century.
The goblet features a polished silver finish with a baluster stem and round foot — a timeless and dignified design.
 
⭐ Features
✔️ Silver-plated metal (EPNS)
✔️ Engraved commemorative inscription
✔️ Maker’s mark: Barker Ellis England
✔️ Polished interior and exterior
✔️ Elegant, sturdy construction
 
📏 Product Details
Maker: Barker Ellis, Birmingham, England
Material: Silver plate
Height: Approx. 11–12 cm (4.3-4.7 in)
Top diameter: Approx. 7 cm (2.8 in)
Base diameter: Approx. 7 cm (2.4 in)
Date: 1974
Condition:
Good vintage condition
Some light tarnish and surface marks consistent with age
No major dents or cracks
Retains a bright reflective finish
 
🎁 Collector Notes
Barker Ellis was one of Birmingham’s most respected silver firms, with roots tracing back to 1801.
This goblet represents British hospital and civic history from the early NHS era, making it a wonderful commemorative or display piece for collectors of vintage British silverware or medical memorabilia.