Vintage Patrick Henry Mint Julep Cup Set of 4! Rare! D.M. Boney & Co.

In the mid-20th century, it was highly popular for prestigious local southern department stores to commission luxury English silversmiths to produce custom, branded barware (like these Patrick Henry themed cups) for their high-end local client base.     D.M. Boney & Co. was a prominent, high-end clothing and specialty department store in Richmond, Virginia during the 20th century. They frequently commissioned these custom Patrick Henry mint julep cups from English makers like Ellis-Barker to sell to their upscale clientele. The number 23 at the bottom is likely a style, size, or production batch number.