Victoria
Victoria
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1877
Charles Stuart Harris
8849 Antique Queen Anne Style Silver Monteith Bowl
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A large and handsome antique sterling punch bowl in the early 18th century style with lions mask side handles, typical ribbed body decoration and a decorative cartouche to the front. The shaped scalloped rim is detachable; this is used to hold stem glasses, punch ladle and lemon squeezer and a bowl of this type is referred to as a Monteith. Weight of silver 3426 grams, 110 troy ounces. Height 19 cms (without rim), 25 cms (with rim), diameter 37 cms. London 1877. Maker Charles Stuart Harris.
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1888
William Neal
8297 Victorian Gentleman's Combination Whistle Vesta
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A Victorian sterling silver gentleman’s vesta case, with a vertical ribbed decoration, having a hinged lid with striker to one end, and a whistle to the other end. Weight 30 grams, 1 troy ounce. Length 7 cms. Width 2.5 cms. Marked inside lid and on the body for Chester 1888. Maker William Neale.
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Circa 1860
8465 Antique French Silver Scent Bottle
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An excellent quality antique scent bottle with a decorative silver mount. The hinged top has a hand engraved design with flowers, leaves and dot scroll work. The oval shaped body is made of multi faceted crystal and typically of the period, has a rounded base which was made to lie down. Traces of the original gilt finish. H 11.2 cms. Width 4 cms. Stamped on the mount and top with very small French silver marks, circa 1860.
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1894
Crichton Brothers
8617 Antique Silver Trencher Salts
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A chunky set of four antique silver trencher salts in the rectangular form popular at the start of the 18th century but actually dating to 1894. Britannia standard silver*. Good size. Gilt interior. Total weight 699 grams, 22.4 troy ounces. Base 8 x 6.3 cms. Top 6 x 4.4 cms. London 1894. Maker A.C. probably for Crichton Brothers who specialised in fine quality copies of early English silver.
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1838
8818 Antique Silver Gilt Covered Cream Jug
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A stunning antique sterling silver jug with lid in the stylistic form of a sea shell with cast dolphin feet and lid finial. Very typical of Farrell’s Regency rococo work which is so prized. The gilt finish has a deep bright colour. Weight 166 grams, 5.3 troy ounces. Height 9 cms. Top rim measures 7×5.5 cms. London 1838. Maker Edward Farrell.
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Circa 1870
8918 French Silver Claret Jugs
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A pair of excellent quality 19th century cut crystal claret jugs with decorative silver mount and pedestal foot. The silver has reed and ribbon borders and pierced decoration with flowers and foliage, the lid has a pretty leaf finial. The cut crystal has 4 engraved panels. Each contains 975 ml. Height 32cm. Marked on lid, top mount and under the base with a French silver stamps. 950 grade. Circa 1870.
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1838 - 1872
Robert Garrard II
9037 Antique Silver Salts – Novelty Mermaid
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A fine quality set of three antique sterling silver salt cellars modelled as a mermaid draped in a fishing net and holding a giant sea shell. Heavy cast silver. Original gilt finish. Hand engraved inside the bowl of the salt is a stylistic monogram below a ducal coronet. Total weight 1039 grams, 33.4 troy ounces. Height 5.5cm. Width 9.5cm. Depth 9cm. One is made by Robert Garrard, London 1838. The other pair, an identical copy, is by Henry William Curry, London 1872.
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1896
Edwin Thompson Bryant
9268 Antique Silver Model Horse and Rider
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A large and substantial figure of a silver rider on horseback. Excellent quality and heavy gauge. Original gilt finish and jewelling to the clothing and horse harness. Natural stone base. The model is very intricate with many separate pieces assembled together. The head is removable. Weight 1180 grams, 37.9 troy ounces. This weight excludes the onyx base and the two silver hallmarked screw caps. It includes the weight of the two screws soldered to the bottom of the back hooves. Height 28 cm (from base to top of head). Base height 3 cm, length 24 cm, width 13 cm. Marked on the head, harness and horse tail with London import marks for 1896, maker Edwin Thompson Bryant.
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1881
Edward Barnard & Sons
9377 Victorian Silver Wine Jug
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A fine antique sterling silver wine ewer of tall elegant vase form standing on a ribbed pedestal foot. The body is finely engraved with bands of leaves and scrolls. A very nice feature is the little model bird at the base of the handle. The lid and interior of the jug is gilded and has a free form pouring mechanism. Weight 834 grams, 26.8 troy ounces. Contains 1400 ml. Height 35.3 cms (top of handle). Spread 14 cms. London 1881. Maker W & J Barnard.
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1900
5856 Antique Silver Model Fox
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An attractive antique cast sterling silver model of a fox sitting on a tree stump with his paw raised. The craftsmanship of this piece is excellent with realistic fur and a delightful expression on the fox’s face. Weight 301 grams, 9.6 troy ounces. Height 13 cms, base 8 x 8.5 cms. Clear English import hallmarks to the front of the base for London 1900. Makers mark WM.
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1854
Charles Reily & George Storer
6581 Victorian Silver Mustard Pot
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A handsome antique sterling silver mustard with plain melon shape and decorative top and base. Very pleasing chunky shape. To the front there is an engraved animal crest. Original gilt interior. Weight 213 grams, 6.8 troy ounces. Height 8 cms. Diameter of top 8 cms. London 1854. Maker Charles Reilly and George Storer.
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1893
George Unite
7083 Victorian Silver Trowel for Palmeira House in Hove
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An excellent quality antique sterling silver presentation trowel with an inscription to one side and a finely engraved image of Palmeira House (see detailed description) to the other. Would make an ideal cake slice. Length 34 cms. Width 10.5 cms. London 1893. Maker George Unite.
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1883
Martin Hall and Co
7440 Large Victorian Silver Salver
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A very pretty antique sterling silver salver of large size. With bead border and scroll feet. Lovely crisp engraving to the centre with foliate swags and flowers, and within the central cartouche there is an armorial with a motto. Weight 2079 grams, 66.8 troy ounces. Diameter 45.5 cms. London 1883. Maker Martin Hall.
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1890
7657 Novelty Silver Pepper in the Form of Champagne Bottle
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A quirky little antique sterling silver novelty pepperette in the form of a champagne bottle with a detachable cork. Very attractive model. Weight 24 grams, 0.7 troy ounces. Height 8.5 cms. Birmingham 1890. Makers mark rubbed.
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Circa 1900
7957 Antique Russian Silver Icon
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A miniature silver travelling icon with a hand painted face and hands. With the original faded red velvet back. Height 5.5 x width 4.5 cms. Marked with Russian silver stamps, 84 and makers mark. Circa 1900.
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1900
Cristofle
8047 Designer Drinks Tray in Silver Plate by Cristofel
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A very smart antique silver plated serving tray with elegant plain styling, straight lines and quirky side handles. Spread 46 cms. Length 40 cms. Width 13.5 cms. Makers mark for Cristofle, France. Circa 1900. Silver plated.
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Circa 1900
8696 Antique Tibetan Silver Teapot
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An attractive little Tibetan or Nepalese silver teapot with a domed lid attached with a chain. Interesting style combining both Indian and Chinese influences. The handle is modelled as a dragon’s head and curving neck, the body has both engraved and embossed decoration. Contains 200 ml. Weight 247 grams, 7.9 troy ounces. Height 12 cms. Spread 16 cms. Stamped on the top edge of the lid with 2 symbols, probably the makers mark. Circa 1900.
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1876
Elkington
8318 Victorian Silver Bachelor Teapot by Elkington
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A lovely little antique sterling silver teapot with hinged lid. Nice small size. Circular bullet shape and all over decorated with flower and leaf designs. Both sides have a hand engraved crest of a bird within a circular cartouche. Contains 500 ml. Weight 281 grams, 9 troy ounces. Height 11 cms. Spread 17 cms. Diameter of base 6.25 cms. Marked underneath for London 1876. Maker Frederick Elkington.
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Circa 1880
8477 Victorian Folding Biscuit Box
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This decorative Victorian shell biscuit box opens to reveal a stunning interior. The naturalistic style frame has interlaced twig work and the body has embossed flowers and foliate scrolls. Silver plated with gold plated lining. Height 23 cms. Width 20 cms. Unmarked. Made in Sheffield, UK. Circa 1880.
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1867
Thomas Smily
8625 Antique Silver Tea Spoons
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A useful set of 6 antique sterling silver spoons in the popular Kings pattern. Good weight. Each piece has a hand engraved crest. Total weight 228 grams, 7.3 troy ounces. Length 14.5 cms. London 1867. Maker Thomas Smily.
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Circa 1880
8819 Antique Silver and Enamel Vinaigrette
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A charming little antique silver gilt egg vinaigrette. The red and white enamel decoration has a delightful scene of a young girl with her dog. Inside, the small circular pierced grill is removable. Weight 8 grams. Length 2.2 cms. Diameter 1.6 cms. Continental probably Viennese. Maker SG. Circa 1880.
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1837 - 1874
George Adams
8935 Antique Silver Cutlery for 8
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A full set of sterling silver cutlery for 8 people in the popular Fiddle pattern. Good plain style. Total 40 pieces. Weight 2009 grams, 64.5 troy ounces. All pieces matching and by the well regarded flatware maker George Adams. Different dates London 1837-74.
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1856
John Figg
9043 Antique Silver Claret Jug
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A stunning quality 19th century engraved crystal claret jug with decorative silver mount and pedestal foot. Very elegant design. Original gilt finish. The jug has a detachable silver grape stopper, a graceful bacchus and cherub design handle, and classical motifs to the mount. The crystal glass body has an excellent quality grapevine engraved design. Height 40.5 cms. Spread 12.5 cms. Marked on each piece for London 1856. Maker John Figg.
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Circa 1890
9286 Antique Silver Wager Cup
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An antique silver model of a windmill mounted on a wine cup. Hand engraved. Beautifully constructed with multiple moving parts. The windmill house is reached by a staircase with two sculptured figures climbing up, on one side there is a man peeping out of a small window. The revolving windmill sails connect to the clock hands on the other side and both move together. The roof is mounted with a revolving flag, a tiny bird and a sculptured finial. There is a horn which is non-functional. Weight 203 grams, 6.5 troy ounces. Height 22.5 cm. Diameter of cup 8.5 cm. Fully stamped with Dutch silver marks fpr Amsterdam. Circa 1890.
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1895
Joseph Rodgers
9388 Victorian Silver Tea Set
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A handsome antique sterling silver tea set with fluted decoration and engraved borders of flowers, leaves and scrolls. The quality of this set is very good. The sugar bowl and cream jug have the original gilt interior. Weight 1894 grams, 60.9 troy ounces. Sheffield 1895. Maker Joseph Rocgers.
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Circa 1850
Francois Durand
6044 Set of 4 Antique French Silver Entrée Dishes
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A good set of 4 antique silver serving dishes with lift off covers and detachable flower design handles. Lovely plain design with straight gadroon borders. Weight 5126 grams, 164 troy ounces. Height 11cm. Length 22cm. Depth 18cm. Tops and bases have French silver marks for Paris circa 1850. Maker Francois Durand, Rue du Bac, 58 Paris.
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1867
Edward. H. Stockwell
6585 Victorian Silver Fox Stirrup Cup
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Outstanding quality. A very lifelike antique silver fox head stirrup cup with a well modelled face and intricate fur detail. Excellent weight. Original gilt interior. Weight 508 grams, 16.3 troy ounces. Height 13 cms. Diameter 7 cms. London 1867. Maker Edward Stockwell.
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Circa 1840
Joseph Willmore
7086 Antique Silver Baby Rattle
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A delightful antique sterling silver child’s rattle complete with a whistle and real pink coral teether. There are 10 silver bells attached. The embossed decoration is very pretty with flowers and scrolls.Weight 60 grams, 2 troy ounces. Length 14 cms. Makers mark only for Joseph Willmore. Circa 1840.
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1866
Thomas Johnson
7444 Victorian Travelling Picnic Set
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Stunning quality. A rare pair of antique sterling silver campaign dining sets, cleverly dismountable, so that everything fits inside the matching drinking cup. Each set consists of a sterling silver fork, spoon and steel knife, all with a handle which unscrews, a silver handled travelling corkscrew and a three section sterling silver condiment barrel. All contained in a sterling silver beaker with all over engine turned decoration. Each piece is silver hallmarked for London 1866 and has monogram engraved in old fashioned script. Maker Thomas Johnson. Retailed by E & E Emanuel, Portsea.
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1875
Henry Wilkinson & Co
7669 Victorian Silver Mirror Plateau
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An antique mirror stand with plain round shape standing on 3 decorative shaped feet. With the original wooden back. Diameter of mirror 23 cms. Diameter of base 28 cms. Height 6 cms. Birmingham 1875. Maker Henry Wilkinson.
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1854
John West
7970 Antique Silver Serving Spoons
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A good set of 4 antique sterling silver serving spoons in the popular fiddle and thread pattern. Each has an engraved monogram to the handle. Good weight 345 grams, 11 troy ounces. Length 22 cms. London 1854. Maker John West.
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1895
William Moering
8096 Pair of Antique Silver Figurines
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A charming pair of antique silver gardening figures in old fashioned costume – a girl holding a flower basket and a young man holding a flower. Excellent quality. Heavy cast silver. Total weight 565 grams, 18.1 troy ounces. Height 14.5 cms. Continental silver marks and English import marks for London 1895. Maker William Moering.
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