Vintage Silver-Tone Shot Glass or Beaker

This item is a small, tapered cylindrical vessel, likely a shot glass or spirit beaker, crafted from a silver-toned metal. Physically, it stands approximately 2 to 3 inches tall with a slightly flared rim and a flat, reinforced base. The material appears to be either sterling silver or silver-plated brass, exhibiting a significant amount of surface oxidation and tarnish, which gives it a mottled, dark grey to yellowish patina. The construction is seamless, suggesting it was likely spun or cast rather than soldered from a flat sheet. There is visible wear throughout, including fine surface scratches, minor pitting, and some dulling of the original luster, consistent with a vintage item approximately 40 to 60 years old. While no hallmark or maker’s mark is visible from the side profile, such markings are typically located on the underside of the base. The quality of the metal and the presence of a sales tag suggest it is an collectible piece of barware. The lack of ornate engraving points toward a mid-century modern or utilitarian aesthetic, focusing on functional form rather than decorative flourish.