Friends of Lucille Ball and Gary Morton were given this silver mint julep cup for Christmas one year. The cup has an affectionate engraving which reads – “Love, Lucy & Gary.” This piece was still wrapped in the original box and holiday paper when it was acquired. It also has what is believe to be Wanda Clark’s writing on the exterior. Wanda was Lucy’s secretary for nearly 30 years. Silver mint julep cups are the standard for this drink because it allows ice to form on the outside of the cup. The proper way for drinking is to hold it by the base or top lip so your hand does not warm the cup.