Antique Silver Animals
We are pleased to offer a fine range of antique sterling silver animals. All of our antique silver animals can be purchased online, or from our shop in the London Silver Vaults. Please click on an image of a animal to see a larger picture.
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d9869f - Sterling Silver Pony: Hallmarked in London, 1984, this charming silver model of a pony, measures 0.75 inches (2cm) tall, by 1.25 inches (3cm) from nose to tail. | £75 |
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d9872c - Sterling Silver Squirrel: Hallmarked in London, 1984, this charming, sterling silver model of a squirrel, measures 1 inch (2.5cm) tall, by 0.75 inches (2cm) wide. | £85 |
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d9869g - Sterling Silver Horse: Hallmarked in London, 1984, this sterling silver model of a horse, measures 0.75 inches (2cm) tall, by 1.25 inches (3cm) from nose to tail. | £95 |
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d9869e - Sterling Silver Horse: Hallmarked in London, 1985, this sterling silver model of a horse measures 1.25 inches (3cm) tall, by 2 inches (5cm) from nose to tail. | £105 |
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d9868e - Foreign Silver Elephant: Made circa 1960, this handsome, sterling silver model of an elephant, measures 1.25 inches (3cm) tall, by 1.75 inches (4.5cm) from tail to trunk. | £105 | sold! 2008-05-08 |
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d9868j - Foreign Silver Horse: Made circa 1980, this sterling silver horse is modelled prancing, and measures 1.5 inches (4cm) tall, by 2 inches (5cm) from nose to tail. | £115 | sold! 2008-05-08 |
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d9869b - Sterling Silver Horse: Hallmarked in London, 1984, this attractive, sterling silver model of a horse, measures 1.5 inches (4cm) tall, by 1.5 inches (4cm) from nose to tail. | £125 |
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d9869c - Sterling Silver Horse: Hallmarked in London, 1984, this small, sterling silver model of a horse, measures 1.5 inches (4cm) tall, by 2 inches (5cm) from nose to tail. | £125 | sold! 2008-03-05 |
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d9868i - Foreign Silver Horse: Made circa 1980, this sterling silver model of a horse in full gallop, measures 1.5 inches (4cm) tall, by 2.5 inches (5cm) from nose to tail. | £125 |
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d9868h - Foreign Silver Horse: Made circa 1960, this Dutch 800 standard silver model of a horse, measures 1.5 inches (4cm) tall, by 2.75 inches (7cm) from nose to tail. | £145 |
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d9868k - Foreign Silver Chickens: Made circa 1980, and possibly Dutch in origin, this charming 800 standard silver model of chickens in a basket, measures 1 inch (2.5cm) tall, by 2 inches (5cm) wide. | £175 |
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d7927 - Foreign Silver Fish Pepper: Made circa 1950, and carrying Spanish marks, this striking, rather scary looking silver fish shaped pepper, measures 2 inches (5cm) tall. The pepper features a removable tail, and ruby glass eyes. | £195 |
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d9868m - Foreign Silver Bison: Made circa 1980, this 800 standard silver model of a bison, measures 1.5 inches (4cm) tall, by 2.5 inches (6.5cm) from nose to tail. | £225 |
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d9868a - Foreign Silver Horse: Made circa 1960, this attractive 835 standard silver model of a horse carries Dutch import marks. The horse measures 2.75 inches (7cm) tall, by 3.25 inches (8cm) from nose to tail. | £325 |
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d9789 - Edwardian Sterling Silver Pig Box: Carrying import marks for London, 1902 by Saunders & Shepherd, this handsome, antique sterling silver pig box, measures 1.25 inches (3cm) tall, by 2.25 inches from tail to snout. The pig box has a hinged opening on the belly, see additional images for detail. | £395 |
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d9868g - Foreign Silver Rhino: Made circa 1970, and carrying Southern Rodesian silver marks, this rare, heavy, silver model of a rhino measures 1.25 inches (3cm) tall, by 2.75 inches (7cm) from the tip of the horn to the tail. | £395 |
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d9911 - Sterling Silver Poodle: Hallmarked in London, 1973, this sterling silver model of a poodle, is realistically cast. The poodle measures 3 inches (7.5cm) tall, by 3.25 inches (8cm) from nose to tail. | £425 |
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d9868b - Foreign Silver Horse: Made circa 1960, and carrying Dutch import marks, this handsome 835 standard silver model of a horse is realistically modelled. The horse measures 3.75 inches (9.5cm) tall, by 4.25 inches (11cm) from nose to tail. | £425 |
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j0650 - Foreign Silver Ostrich: Made circa 1950, this handsome, silver model of an ostrich, is realistically modeled. The model measures 6.5 inches (16.5cm) tall, by 5.5 inches (14cm) from beak to tail, and weighs 15 troy ounces. | £465 | sold! 2008-04-04 |
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j1101 - Edwardian Sterling Silver Fox: Hallmarked in London, 1907, this small, antique silver model of a fox, measures 3.75 inches (9.5cm) from nose to tail, by 1 inch (2.5cm) tall, and weighs 4.3 troy ounces. | £475 |
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j0347a - Sterling Silver German Shepherd: Hallmarked in Birmingham, 1973 by A. E. Jones, this charming, sterling silver model of a German Shepherd, is realistically modeled and weighs 10 troy ounces. The model measures 3.5 inches (9cm) tall, by 5.25 inches (13.5cm) from nose to tail. | £495 |
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d6421 - Victorian Sterling Silver Cow: Carrying import marks for London, 1898 by John George Smith, this delightful antique silver model of a cow measures 2.5 inches (6.5cm) tall, and features a hinged head. | £545 |
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d9693 - Sterling Silver Labrador: Hallmarked in London, 1959 by Barnard Brothers. This handsome, sterling silver model of a Labrador, measures 3.5 inches (9cm) tall, by 5 inches (13cm) from nose to tail. | £565 | sold! 2008-05-09 |
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j1073 - Sterling Silver Labrador: Hallmarked in London, 1973, this charming, sterling silver model of a labrador, is realistically modeled. The model measures 4 inches (10cm) from nose to tail, by 1.25 inches (3cm) tall. | £575 |
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j0278 - Edwardian Sterling Silver Bird: Carrying import marks for Chester, 1907 by Berthold Muller, this delightful, antique silver model of a bird perched on a branch, is realistically modeled. The model measures 4 inches (10cm) tall, by 4.75 inches (12cm) from beak to tail. | £675 |
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d6970 - Sterling Silver Wren Pepper Pot: Carrying import marks for Chester, 1910 by Berthold Muller, and also showing its original German marks, this lovely silver model of a wren is made as a pepper pot, with removable head. The wren stands at 2 inches (5cm) tall. | £695 |
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d8225 - Sterling Silver Horse: Carrying import marks for London, 1975, this striking model of a prancing horse, measures 4.5 inches (11.5cm) tall, by 3 inches (7.5cm) wide. The horse carries an engraved signature of the deisgner, 'Lorne McKeane'. | £695 |
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d8914 - Sterling Silver Pair Of Fighting Cockerels: Carrying import marks for London, 1974 by I Freeman & Sons, this ferocious looking pair of silver fighting cockerels, are realistically cast. The models measure 5.5 inches (14cm) tall at their highest point, by 6 inches (15cm) long at their longest. | £695 |
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d9047 - Sterling Silver Penguin Salt And Pepper: Hallmarked in London, 1961 by Richard Comyns, this delightful sterling silver penguin salt and pepper, are realistically modelled, with removable heads for filling. Each penguin measures 2.25 inches (6cm) tall. | £795 |
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j0990 - Sterling Silver Pair Of Cat Peppers: Hallmarked in Birmingham, 1924 and 1926, this whimsical pair of sterling silver pepper pots are shaped like cats, featuring removable heads for filling. The pepper pots measure 2.5 inches (6.5cm) tall. | £795 |
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d8096 - Sterling Silver Pheasant: Carrying import marks for London, 1929, this handsome sterling silver pheasant features movable wings, a removable head, and is realistically modelled. The pheasant measures 4.25 inches (11cm) tall, by 9.25 inches (23.5cm) from tail to beak. | £945 |
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d9540 - Sterling Silver Snipe: Hallmarked in London, 1966 by Richard Comyns, this handsome silver model of a snipe measures 4.5 inches (11.5cm) tall, by 6.5 inches (16.5cm) from beak to tail. The snipe is relaistically modelled. | £975 |
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d9403 - Sterling Silver Bear: Carrying import marks for London, 1976, this striking silver model of a bear, stands at 4 inches (10cm) tall. The bear is relistically cast. | £975 |
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d9870 - Sterling Silver Reindeer And Sleigh: Hallmarked in London, 1977 by I Freeman & Sons, this striking, sterling silver model of a reindeer and sleigh, measures 4.25 inches (11cm) tall, by 10 inches (25.5cm) in length. The sleigh is ornately decorated, see additional images for detail. | £975 |
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d9971 - Sterling Silver Fox: Hallmarked in Sheffield, 1925, this handsome looking, sterling silver fox, is naturalistically cast. The fox model measures 2.25 inches (6cm) tall, by 5 inches (13cm) from nose to tail. | £1,075 | sold! 2008-03-28 |
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d9512 - Victorian Sterling Silver Owl: Carrying import marks for London, 1890, this charming antique silver model of an owl, is also a pepper pot, with removable head. The owl carries original Dutch marks, and measures 5 inches (13cm) tall. | £1,175 |
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j0803 - Edwardian Sterling Silver Horse: Carrying import marks for London, 1905, this handsome, antique silver model of a horse, is realistically modeled with saddle and bridle. The horse measures 4 inches (10cm) tall, by 5.75 inches (14.5cm) from nose to tail. | £1,175 |
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d5214 - Victorian Sterling Silver Swan: This delightful, antique sterling silver model of a Swan, carries import marks for Chester in 1899, and original German marks for Berthold Muller. The Swan measures 12cm tall. | £1,275 |
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d7807 - Sterling Silver Stag: Hallmarked in London, 1965 by C. J. Vander, this handsome silver model of a stag, measures 7.75 inches (19.5cm) tall, by 7 inches (18cm) from tail to nose. The stag is realistically cast. | £1,495 |
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d9105 - Sterling Silver Pair Of Pheasants: Carrying import marks for London, 1965, this striking pair of sterling silver pheasants, feature ruby glass eyes, and are realistically cast. The male pheasant measures 5.75 inches (14.5cm) tall, by 10.5 inches (27cm) from beak to tail. | £1,675 |
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d6593 - Edwardian Sterling Silver Tortoise: Hallmarked in Birmingham, 1907, this delightful antique silver model of a tortoise is also a wind up table bell (see additional image). The tortoise measures 5 inches (14cm) from nose to tail, by 3.25 inches (8.5cm) wide. | £1,875 |
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j0274 - Foreign Silver Sable Antelope: Made circa 200, this woderful, large and heavy silver model of a sable antelope. carries a retail mark for Holland & Holland. The model measures 10 inches (25.5cm) tall, by 10 inches (25.5cm) from nose to tail, and weighs 54.6 troy ounces. | £1,875 |
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d9791 - Edwardian Sterling Silver Pair Of Chick Peppers: Carrying import marks for Chester, 1904 by Berthold Muller, this charming antique silver pair of chick peppers, are wonderfully modelled, with removable feet for filling. Each pepper measures 2.5 inches (6.5cm) tall. | £1,975 |
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j0439 - Sterling Silver Pair Of Pheasants: Hallmarked in London, 1976 by C. J. Vander, this handsome, sterling silver pair of pheasants, are realistically cast, and measure 9.5 inches (24cm) at their longest, by 6 inches (15cm) at their tallest. Together both models weigh 27.5 troy ounces. | £1,975 |
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d9643 - Victorian Foreign Silver Heron: Made Circa 1900, this delightful antique silver model of a Heron, measures 11.5 inches (29cm) tall, by 8.5 inches (22cm) from beak to tail. The Heron is realistically modelled. | £1,975 |
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j0542a - Sterling Silver Fox: Carrying import marks for Chester, 1913 by Berthold Muller, this wonderful, large, sterling silver model of a fox, is realistically modeled in a hunting pose. The model measures 11 inches (28cm) from nose to tail, by 4 inches (10cm) tall, and weighs 34.5 troy ounces. | £2,475 | sold! 2008-04-14 |
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d9375 - Sterling Silver Pair Of Pheasants: Hallmarked in London, 1972, this realistically modelled sterling silver pair of pheasants are wonderfully cast. The male pheasant stands at 5 inches (12.5cm) tall, by 13.75 inches (35cm) from beak to tail. | £2,975 |
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j0256 - Sterling Silver Pair Of Pheasants: Hallmarked in Sheffield, 2004 by C. J. Vander, this large, heavy pair of sterling silver pheasants, are realistically cast and weigh 62.1 troy ounces. The pheasants measure 11 inches (28cm) at their longest, by 7 inches (18cm) at their tallest. | £3,975 |
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j0001 - Edwardian Sterling Silver Pair Of Cockerels: Hallmarked in Chester, 1901 by Berthold Muller, this striking, very rare, sterling silver pair of cockerels are mounted on wooden bases, and realistically cast (see additional image for close up detail), weighing 58.7 troy ounces. Each cockerel measures 9.5 inches (24cm) tall, by 11 inches (28cm) from beak to tail. | £6,475 |
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d6460 - Sterling Silver Pair Of Pheasants: Hallmarked in London, 1974, this wonderful and large, sterling silver pair of pheasants, are realistically cast and incredibly detailed. The pheasants measure 17 inches (43cm) long at their longest, by 10.75 inches (27cm) at their tallest, and weigh 70.6 troy ounces. | £7,675 |
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More Information On Silver Animals
Both wild and domesticated animals have been modelled in sterling silver, including lions, horses, dogs, and various birds, the most commonly seen being pheasants and fighting cockerels. Antique silver animal models are rare. The earliest Victorian animal models are from around 1880, but most silver animals were made in the twentieth century. During the latter parts of the Victorian period the most prolific silver model makers was a German company, Ludwig Nereshiemer & Co of Hanau, who exported models from Germany, made specifically for the English market in sterling silver, to be sold in Berthold Mullers shop in Holborn. It is likely that Muller was the sole British agent for Nereshiemers work. To stop Muller from flooding the market, the Government imposed a large tax onto the importation of silver animal models, making it too expensive for Muller to continue. Nereshiemer, however, responded by creating models with movable wings, or with removable heads, which Muller then imported into the country as drinking vessels and toys, effectively removing this high level of taxation.Sterling silver animal models are often cast, and tend to look very realistic, often depicting animals we hunt, or hunt with.