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Circa 1900

10178 Antique Silver Miniature Chandelier
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This toy chandelier is an exact replica of a full size 9-candle original and the design is typically Dutch. Weight 50 grams, less than 2 troy ounces. Height 7.2cm. Spread 7.2cm. Unmarked silver. Probably Dutch. Circa 1900.
Circa 1900

10175 Antique Silver Fish Box
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A very attractive 19th century novelty silver fish with green glass eyes and articulated body. The fish opens into a box at the neck and has an unusual snap shut mechanism. Large size and graceful style with naturalistic engraved detail and scales. The bottom fins serve also as stand supports. Weight 274 grams, 8.8 troy ounces. Length 28cm. Foreign silver marks. Maker not known. Circa 1900.
Circa 1900
Emile Puiforcat
10196 Antique French Silver Tureens
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An excellent pair of heavy quality antique silver tureens of shaped rectangular form on a spreading foot. Beautifully decorated with cast ornamental side handles and lid finial; all over applied with shells, scrolls and foliate mounts. Bright gilt finish inside and out. A very attractive feature is the flowerhead wing nut inside the tureen lid. Total weight 2958 grams, 95.1 troy ounces. Spread across handles 30cm. Height 14.5cm (to top of finial). Made in Paris, France. Circa 1900. Maker Emile Puiforcat. High silver grade 950/000. 19th century.
1900
Wakely & Wheeler
10199 Victorian Antique Silver Loving Cup
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Of sporting interest. An excellent quality two handled gilt silver cup with an embossed hunting scene depicting huntsmen, hounds and stags. Compact size. The raised handles are cast in the form of a dog’s head. Weight 327 grams, 10.5 troy ounces. Spread 16cm. Diameter 10cm. Height 8.8cm, 10cm (to top of handles). London 1900. Maker Wakely and Wheeler. Sterling silver. 18th century.
1901
Cornelius Saunders & Francis Shepherd
8349 Antique Miniature Silver Coffee Pot Pepper
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A nice little silver pepper pot in the form of a Queen Anne side handled coffee pot. Typical circa 1700 design with oval tapering sides, straight spout, and turned wooden side handle. Gilt inside. The lid pulls off to fill with pepper. Weight 26 grams, just under 1 troy ounce. Height 7.5cm. Spread 6.3cm. Diameter of base 3cm. Chester 1901. Maker Saunders & Shepherd.
1901
Horton & Allday
8392 Antique Silver Throne Pin Cushion
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An unusual antique sterling silver pin cushion in the form of the Coronation Chair at Westminster Abbey in London. This was made in 1296 for King Edward I to enclose the famous Stone of Scone; the original is made of solid oak and stands on 4 gilt lions. Height 4 cms. Width 2.5 cms.Depth 1.25 cms. Birmingham 1901. Maker Horton & Allday. Sterling silver.
1901
John George Piddington
8444 Antique Continental Silver Musician on Donkey
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A rare antique sterling silver model of a travelling musician seated on a donkey. Mounted with semi precious stones on his clothing, the harness and the base. Beautiful modelling, this piece needs to be seen in real life to appreciate the quality. Good weight and colour. Weight 678 grams, 21.8 troy ounces. Height 20 cms. Spread 18 cms. Base 15 x 7 cms. Marked on the base with both the original continental Hanau silver marks (high grade 930 silver) and also London import hallmarks for 1901. Importer John George Piddington.
1901
John Grinsell & Sons
9025 Arts and Crafts Silver Claret Jug
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A stylish antique silver mounted wine jug with a segmented crystal body. The smart, plain stylish features include a straight box spout and a geometric handle. Contains 900 ml. Height 20 cms. Spread 12.3 cms. London 1901. Maker John Grinsell & Sons. Sterling silver.
1901
Hawksworth & Eyre
9403 Antique Silver Candelabras
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A good pair of sterling silver candelabras in the lovely plain style typical of the George II period. The branches and nozzles are detachable and the candlesticks can be used separately. Filled weight 1944 grams, 62.5 troy ounces. Height 28.2 cm (total), 19.7 cm (candlesticks). Spread 19.5 cm. London 1901. Maker Hawksworth & Eyre.
1901
Asprey
9445 Antique Silver Travelling Lamp
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An unusual antique travelling mirror or lamp in sterling silver. The plain styled case unfolds into a 3 fold screen with a hinged flap to stand a candle light. Weight 186 grams, 5.9 troy ounces. Case closed 9.4×7.5cm. London 1901. Maker Asprey & Sons.
1901
Charles Stuart Harris
9962 Antique Silver Castor
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An early 20th century silver muffineer in the traditional lighthouse design with a bayonet fitting, typical of the late 17th century. Britannia standard silver*. Neat size. Weight 100 grams, 3.2 troy ounces. Height 14.5cm. London 1901. Maker Charles Stuart Harris.
1902
Adie & Lovekin
8332 Antique Silver Pig Pin Cushion
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A super size antique sterling silver pin cushion in the form of a pig with a curly tail. Weight 98 grams, 3.1 troy ounces. Height 4.5 cms. Length 8.5 cms. Marked underneath for Birmingham 1902. Maker possibly Adie and Lovekin Ltd.
1902
James Dixon
8371 Antique Silver Hip Flask
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A smart plain styled sterling silver drinking flask with removable drinking cup. The curved features allow the flask to slip comfortably inside a pocket. Good gauge silver. The top has a screw thread locking mechanism. The drinking cup has the original gilt interior. Contains 140 ml. Weight 198 grams, 6.3 troy ounces. Height 12.5 cms. Width 8 cms. Sheffield 1902. Maker James Dixon & Sons
1902
Daniel & John Welby
9157 Antique Silver Sugar Castor
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An early 20th century silver muffineer in the classic baluster style popular from the early 1700 period. Britannia standard silver*. Large size. Lovely plain style. The top has a bayonet fitting and has two panels of pretty piercing. Weight 396 grams, 12.7 troy ounces. Height 20.5 cms. London 1902. Maker D & J Wellby.
1902
Charles Stuart Harris
6323 Antique Silver Mustard Pot
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Antique sterling silver mustard pot. Oval shape with pierced classical decoration and bright cut engraving. Blue glass liner. Gilt inside the lid. Weight of silver 96 grams, 3 troy ounces. Height (to top of finial) 7.25 cms. Base 7.5 x 4.5 cms. London 1902. Maker Charles Stuart Harris.
1903
Charles Boynton
9396 Queen Anne Style Silver Teapot
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An excellent copy of an antique Queen Anne sterling silver teapot (Queen Anne reigned 1702-1714). This plain baluster style with a domed lid and octagonal panelling was the first form of teapot introduced into England. The earlier the teapot the smaller it tended to be because tea was a very expensive commodity until the middle of the reign of King George III. Contains 440 ml. Weight 384 grams, 12.3 troy ounces. Height 16.5 cm. Spread 17.5 cm. London 1903. Maker Charles Boynton.
1903
Crisford & Norris
8659 Antique Silver Dog Rattle and Whistle
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A novelty sterling silver whistle and rattle baby item modelled with the head of a dog, complete with a whistle, bell and ivory teething ring. Total weight 12 grams, less than half a troy ounce. Dog measures5 x 2.5 cms. Ring diameter 3.5 cms. Birmingham 1903. Maker Crisford & Norris.
1904

8248 Antique Silver Model Pig
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A nice little antique sterling silver pig sitting on his haunches. Weight 23 grams. Length 7.8 cms. Height 2.4 cms. Import marks under the head for London 1904. No makers mark.
1904
Cooper Brothers
6900 Pair of Antique Silver Corinthian Candlesticks
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An attractive pair of tall silver candlesticks with Corinthian capitals and circular ribbed columns with trailing foliage, on stepped tapering bases with bead borders and classical motifs. Detachable nozzles. Height 31 cms. Base 14 cms square. Sterling silver. Marked around the base for Sheffield 1904. Maker Cooper Brothers.
Circa 1905
Hammond‚ Creake & Co
8934 Antique Silver Plate and Mother of Pearl Cutlery for 12
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A very pretty set of 12 knives and 12 forks with decorative engraved blades, long ornate ferules and real mother of pearl handles. In the original wood box with blue velvet lining. Dessert cutlery. Knife 19.3 cms. Fork 16 cms. Silver plated. Circa 1905. Maker S, Hammond, Creake & Co, Sheffield.
1905
Goldsmiths And Silversmiths Co
9281 Antique Silver Bowl
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Presented by HRH Prince Faisal of Saudi Arabia. A important sterling silver bowl with side handles and a square pedestal foot. Large size. Similar form to the Warwick Vase. Excellent quality chased decoration with flowers, foliage and scrolls. Good heavy weight. To the front is a presentation inscription to Dr Daniel Davies* and the bowl is accompanied by a signed photograph of Prince Faisal. Weight 3470 grams, 111.5 troy ounces. Height 26 cm. Diameter 32 cm. Spread across the handles 39 cm. Base 15.5 cm square. London 1905. Maker Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company.
1905 - 1908
Thomas Bradbury
5154 Antique Pair of Silver Candelabra
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A very pretty pair of sterling silver candelabra with square bases, unusual architectural columns and classical motifs to the candle holders. Detachable tops and sconces. Height 31.5 cms, candlestick height 23.5 cms. Spread 30 cms. London 1905 and 1908. Maker Thomas Bradbury and Sons.
Circa 1905 - 1910
Eugen Marcus
9502 Antique Silver Mirror
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A large antique silver table mirror with domed top and art nouveau style silver decoration applied to the lower body. Excellent style. Original bevelled edge glass. The polished wooden back is fitted with an adjustable back stand (brass). Height 41cm. Width 33cm. German silver stamps and maker/retailers mark for Eugen Marcus, Berlin. Circa 1910.
1906
Goldsmiths And Silversmiths Co
8537 Antique Silver Canteen of Cutlery for 8
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A comprehensive set of antique sterling silver cutlery in the popular Kings pattern. Each piece has a hand engraved crest. Total 40 pieces comprising 8 large spoons, 8 dessert spoons, 8 large forks, 8 dessert forks and 8 tea spoons. Weight 2985 grams, 95.9 troy ounces. London 1906. Makers Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd. Some extra pieces available.
1906
Maurice Freeman
8558 Antique Silver Harlequin Sugar Nips
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A decorative pair of antique sterling silver sugar tongs in the form of Harlequin suspended from two coiled snakes which form the sugar nip handles. Weight 45 grams, 1.5 troy ounces. Length 11 cms. Spread across handles 5 cms. Marked on the handle for London 1906. Maker Maurice Freeman.
1906
Cooper Brothers
8632 Antique Silver Tea Spoons
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A good set of 6 antique sterling silver spoons in the attractive feather edge pattern. Total weight 104 grams, 3.3 troy ounces. Length 12.6 cms. Sheffield 1906. Maker Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd.
1906
James Deakin & Sons
9562 Antique Silver Basting Spoon
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An antique sterling silver spoon in the classic Old English pattern. Very useful long handled serving spoon. Initials “B” engraved to one end in old fashioned script. Weight 166 grams, 5.3 troy ounces. Length 31.5 cm. Sheffield 1906. Maker John and William Deakin.
1906
John George Piddington
9671 Antique Silver Fish Snuff Box
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A rare Victorian novelty silver antique fish with 2 compartments. One is inside the head and is accessed when the mouth opens. The other is inside the body and is accessed when the head opens. Large size. Beautifully articulated. Naturalistic engraved detail and scales. Red glass eyes. The bottom fins serve also as stand supports. Weight 307 grams, 9.8 troy ounces. Length 20.6 cm. Width 6 cm. Stamped on head and the tail fin with continental silver marks and London import mark for 1906. Importer and retailer J.G.Piddington.
1908
Joseph Heming
8896 Antique Silver Standing Salt
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Very large and imposing. A rare antique sterling silver table salt cellar. A 1908 copy of a The Beeston Salt*. The domed and steeple top lid is removable and underneath, sitting on the tall cylindrical base, is the detachable salt holder. Weight 1166 grams, 37.4 troy ounces. Height 41 cms (with top), 20 cms (without top). Diameter of base 14 cms. All pieces marked London 1908 Joseph Heming & Co.
1908
Goldsmiths And Silversmiths Co
9112 Antique Silver Cutlery for 12
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A large set of sterling silver cutlery with matching silver handled knives in the popular rat tail pattern. Good plain style. Total 119 pieces. This canteen for 12 people has a large number of additional spoons and forks, and 4 serving ladles. All engraved on the reverse with a monogram* of initials in old fashioned script. Total weight excluding knives 5662 grams, 182 troy ounces. Flatware** London 1908, maker Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company. Knives Sheffield 1974, maker Roberts & Belk.
1908
Thomas Bradbury
9303 Antique Silver Candlesticks
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A fine pair of antique sterling silver candlesticks with baluster stems, stepped square bases and detachable sconces. Excellent quality and heavy cast weight. Typical style of the George II candlesticks made by Ebenezer Coker but these candlesticks date to 1908. Weight 1124 grams, 36.1 troy ounces. Height 24.2 cm. Base 11 x 11 cm. London 1908. Maker Thomas Bradbury.
1909
Gourdel Vales
8304 Pair of Antique Silver Teddy Bear Peppers
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Novelty silver. A pair of antique sterling silver pepper pots in the form of a teddy bear. Attractive styling. Removable heads. Total weight 30 grams, 1 troy ounce. Height 3.5 cms. Birmingham 1909. Maker Gourdel Vales & Co.