Memphis, Tennessee coin silver cup, round bellied form with plain, slightly flared rim and spreading footring, marked Merriman in rectangle on underside (attrib. James E. Merriman, working Memphis 1841-47 with Frederick H. Clark and from 1847-1860 and later on his own and in partnership with others). Monogrammed across front: "Anne J. Howe from E. Howe". 3-1/4"H, 4.78 oz troy. Provenance: the collection of John Montague, Memphis, Tenn. CONDITION: Footring does not sit completely flat; a few scattered small dents. Very small tear to bottom.