Vintage Links of London Sterling Silver Sommelier Tastevin

This vintage Links of London sommelier tastevin is crafted in sterling silver in the traditional form of a shallow wine-tasting cup, with a broad circular bowl, ring handle and richly modelled interior. The bowl is shaped with a raised central dome, a ring of small bosses, and alternating scalloped and fluted sections around the outer field, giving the piece the reflective and textural surface associated with the classic tastevin form. The result is both practical and decorative, with a strong sculptural presence despite its modest scale.

The tastevin measures approximately 71mm in diameter and 17mm in bowl height, with an overall height of approximately 36mm including the handle. It weighs approximately 35 grams. The proportions are substantial enough to give the piece a satisfying feel in the hand, while the flat ring handle and thumb rest keep the form balanced and easy to hold in use or display.

This example is hallmarked on the handle Links London, LL and 925 and carries a date letter for 1998. The silver has been given a light polish to remove heavier tarnish, but has otherwise been left in unrestored vintage condition. It presents as little used, with some light remaining tarnish that preserves the genuine vintage character of the piece rather than giving it an over-restored finish.

Supplied with its original dust bag and gift box, both in good vintage condition, this is a particularly well-preserved Links of London silver object. As a tastevin, it sits slightly apart from the house’s more familiar jewellery and charm pieces, combining traditional wine-service form with the clean finish and measured presentation associated with Links of London silver from the period.

Key Features

• Vintage Links of London sommelier tastevin
• Sterling silver
• Hallmarked Links London, LL and 925
• Date letter for 1998
• Traditional shallow wine-tasting cup form
• Textured interior with raised central dome and bosses
• Approximately 71mm diameter
• Approximately 17mm bowl height
• Approximately 36mm overall height including handle
• Approximately 35 grams
• Lightly polished
• Unrestored vintage condition
• Very good vintage condition
• Original dust bag included
• Original gift box included

FAQ

• What is a tastevin?
  A tastevin is a shallow wine-tasting cup traditionally used by sommeliers and winemakers, usually made in silver for its reflective qualities.
• What is this piece made from?
  This example is made from sterling silver and is hallmarked Links London, LL and 925.
• Is it dated?
  Yes. It carries a date letter for 1998.
• What are the measurements?
  It measures approximately 71mm in diameter, 17mm in bowl height, and 36mm overall height including the handle. It weighs approximately 35 grams.
• What condition is it in?
  It appears little used and remains in very good vintage condition. It has been given a light polish to remove heavier tarnish but has been left unrestored, with some light remaining tarnish consistent with age.
• Does it come with original packaging?
  Yes. It is supplied with its original dust bag and gift box, both in good vintage condition.