Sterling silver animal models have graced our tables since the late Victorian period. The earliest examples were made in Europe, and imported into England to be sold in fashionable shops in London. From life-like pheasants, stags and foxes, to more modern sculptural representations, these charming figures add whimsy and character to any home.
Hallmarked In 1985
Hallmarked in London in 1985 by Wakely & Wheeler, this handsome, Sterling Silver model of a Horse, stands on a wooden plinth with an applied silver plaque, and is realistically cast. The horse measures 3.25"(8cm) tall (without the plinth), by 4"(10cm) from nose to tail. Including the plinth the trophy measures 5.25"(13.5cm) tall, by 6.75"(17cm) wide.
£745
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Hallmarked In 2003
Hallmarked in London in 2003, this handsome, Sterling Silver Model of a Wildebeest, is realistically cast, and measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) from nose to tail. The wildebeest (or gnu) weighs 14.2 troy ounces.
£875
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Hallmarked In 1973
Hallmarked in London in 1973, this charming, Sterling Silver Model of a Cow, is realistically cast and hand finished. The cow measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) from nose to tail, by 1.25"(4cm) deep, and weighs 7.3 troy ounces.
£895
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Hallmarked In 2013
Hallmarked in London in 2013 by BSE Products, this Sterling Silver Model of a Polar Bear, is realistically cast. The polar bear measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) from nose to tail, and weighs 7 troy ounces.
£895
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Hallmarked In 1970
Carrying import marks for London in 1970 by I. Freeman & Sons, this charming, Sterling Silver Model of a Peacock, features gilt detailing to the body and tail feathers. The peacock measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 9.25"(23.5cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep, and weighs 11.1 troy ounces.
£1,295
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Made Circa 1950
Made circa 1950, this charming pair of Silver Peacock Models feature parcel gilt decoration to the bodies and tales. The peacock with his tail open measures 8"(20cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep, and the peacock with its tail closed measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) wide, by 9"(23cm) deep. Together they weigh 15.4 troy ounces.
£1,675
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Hallmarked In 1888
Hallmarked in London in 1888 by Charles Boyton, this rare pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pepper Pots are modelled as pheasants, and presented in the original fitted box. Each pepper pot measures 2.5"(6cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) from beak to tail and the pair weigh 1.7 troy ounces.
£1,675
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Hallmarked In 1928
Bearing import marks for London in 1928, this Sterling Silver Fighting Cockerel is crouched in the passive position. The Cockerel measures 10"(25.5cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) across the wings, by 11"(28cm) from beak to tail feathers and weighs 20.22 troy ounces.
£1,775
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Hallmarked In 1929
Hallmarked in London in 1929 by Blackmore & Fletcher Ltd., this handsome pair of Sterling Silver Fox Hounds, stand proudly on a wooden plinth, and comprise a female and male dog, which is rare to find. The plinth bears a plaque with an engraved inscription which reads: "To Major T. H. Sebag-Montefiore, D. S. O., M. C, R. H. A. - M. D. H. - From members of the Royal Artillery Drag Woolwich - 1927 -29". The model measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 8"(20cm) wide, by 4.25"(11cm) deep.
£2,175
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Hallmarked In 1906
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1906 by Brook & Son, this captivating, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Puffin Model, stands on a jagged rock, and is realistically cast. The model measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) wide and deep and weighs 15.1 troy ounces.
£2,245
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Hallmarked In 1999
Hallmarked in London in 1999, this charming Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper set, are modelled to resemble pigs. The salt shaker measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, and the pepper measures 2.5"(6cm) tall, and the pair together weigh 20.5 troy ounces.
£2,275
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Hallmarked In 1935
Hallmarked in London in 1935 by Francis Higgins & Son Ltd., this handsome Sterling Silver Model of a Snipe, is realistically cast. The model measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) from beak to tail, by 2.25"(6cm) deep, and weighs 7.8 troy ounces.
£2,275
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Hallmarked In 1908
Carrying import marks for Chester in 1908 by Berthold Muller, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Stork, is realistically cast. The stork measures 9.25"(23.5cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep, and weighs 9.3 troy ounces.
£2,275
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Hallmarked In 1901
Hallmarked in London in 1901 by William Hornby, this novelty pair of Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Scent Bottles, are designed to look like birds. Each perfume bottle measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) across the body.
£2,275
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Hallmarked In 1913
Carrying import marks for London in 1913 by Berthold Muller, this charming, Antique, Sterling Silver Model of a Hoopoe, is wonderfully cast and realistically hand finished. The model measures 8"(20cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep, and weighs 11.7 troy ounces.
£2,475
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Hallmarked In 1903
Carrying import marks for Chester in 1903 by Berthold Muller, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Pig, is wonderfully modelled, and features a removable head. The pig measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) from nose to tail, by 1.5"(4cm) across the shoulders and weighs 5.85 troy ounces.
£2,675
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Hallmarked In 1897
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1897 by Henry Atkin, this Novelty, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Model of an Indian Cow and Calf, is wonderfully made, and can be used as boxes as the backs of both are removable. This unique piece bears the artist's signature on the base. The model measures 6.5"(17cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) wide and weighs a substantial 45 troy ounces.
£2,675
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Hallmarked In 1996
Hallmarked in London in 1996 by Meiling & Gartrell, this wonderful, and very charming, Sterling Silver Condiment Set, is modelled to resemble Emperor Penguins. The taller penguin (the salt) measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, the pepper measures 3.25"(8.5cm) tall, and the mustard measures 3.75"(9.5cm) from beak to tail. The set together weighs 18.1 troy ounces.
£2,975
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Hallmarked In 1995
Hallmarked in London in 1995 by Philip John Cassidy, this charming Sterling Silver Claret Jug, is modelled to look like a walrus. The claret jug measures 6.5"(16.5cm) tall, by 12.25"(31cm) from nose to back flippers, by 3.75"(9.5cm) deep.
£2,975
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Hallmarked In 1938
Import marked for London in 1938 by Israel Segalov, this handsome Sterling Silver Model of a Stag & Doe, are realistically cast. Each model measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) from nose to tail, and the pair weigh 8.8 troy ounces.
£2,975
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Hallmarked In 1910
Carrying import marks for London in 1910 by Berthold Muller, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Goose, is realistically cast. The goose model measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep, and weighs 9.2 troy ounces.
£2,975
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Hallmarked In 1972
Hallmarked in London in 1972 by Edward Barnard & Sons, this charming pair of Sterling Silver Models of Kingfishers, are realistically cast. Each kingfisher measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep, and weighs 14.4 troy ounces.
£3,395
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Hallmarked In 1966
Carrying import marks for London in 1966, this charming pair of Sterling Silver Snipe Models, are realistically cast. Each snipe model measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 4.25"(11cm) from beak to tail, by 7"(18cm) over the wings. The pair together weigh 14.5 troy ounces.
£3,475
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Hallmarked In 1882
Hallmarked in London in 1882 by Thomas Johnson II, this very rare set of 6 Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pepper Pots, are modelled to look like birds, with removable pierced heads. Each pepper pot measures 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 2.5"(6.5cm) wide, by 1.5" (3.5cm) deep and the whole set together weighs 6 troy ounces.
£3,675
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Hallmarked In 1885
Hallmarked in London in 1885 by Joseph Braham, this delightful, novelty, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Match Strike, is modelled as a pig standing by his trough, mounted on a wooden base with the match strike to the front, and the pigs tail removable to use as the cigar lighter. The match strike model measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) wide, by 4.75"(12cm) deep.
£3,775
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Hallmarked In 1970
Hallmarked in London in 1970 by Richard Comyns, this handsome pair of Sterling Silver Partridges, are realistically cast. The female measures 4.5"(12cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) from beak to tail, and the male measures 6"(15.5cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) from beak to tail, by 9"(23cm) across the wings. The pair together weigh 36.5 troy ounces.
£3,975
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Hallmarked In 1904
Hallmarked in London in 1904 by William Hurcomb, this wonderfully charming pair of Antique, Sterling Silver Dog Pepper Pots, are handsomely modelled and very rare to find. Each of the dogs measure roughly 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8cm) nose to tail, by 1"(2.5cm) deep, and together they weigh 6.3 troy ounces.
£3,975
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Hallmarked In 1880
Hallmarked in London in 1880 by Jane Brownett, this very rare, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Cat Pepper Pot, is elegantly modelled, and realistically finished. The cat pepper pot measures 2.25"(5.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8.5cm) from nose to tail, and weighs 6 troy ounces.
£3,975
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Hallmarked In 1970
Hallmarked in London in 1970 by Parsons Brothers for Tessiers, this handsome, Elizabeth II, Sterling Silver Fox Model, has been realistically cast, and has bead eyes. The fox measures 4"(10.5cm) tall, by 11.5"(30cm) from nose to tail, and weighs 31.3 troy ounces.
£4,675
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Hallmarked In 1999
This interesting sculptural representation of a dove carries hallmarks for London in 1999, and the makers mark for the Morris Singer Foundry. The dove is number 2 of a limited edition of 25 manufactured in Sterling Silver, designed by Mina Sunar, and signed Mina, and MSF on the tail. The sculpture measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) beak to tail, by 4.75"(12cm) deep. The silver weighs 86.1 troy ounces.
£4,675
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Hallmarked In 1899
Hallmarked in London in 1899 by Stuart Clifford, this very rare pair of Antique, Sterling Silver Pepper Pots, are modelled as a seated Cat & Dog. Each measures roughly 2.25"(6cm) tall, by 2.25"(6cm) wide, and the pair together weigh 5.8 troy ounces.
£4,775
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Hallmarked In 1960
Hallmarked in London in 1960 by Edward Barnard & Sons, this handsome pair of Sterling Silver Models of Partridges, are realistically cast. The male measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep. The female measures 5"(13cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep. Together they weigh 33 troy ounces.
£4,975
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Hallmarked In 1925
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1925, this Sterling Silver Pair of Pheasants, are very early for British hallmarked examples and have removable heads in the style of the earlier continental pieces. The makers mark is cleary RHH but seems untracable in available records. The male pheasant measures 11.5"(29cm) in length, the female measures 10.75"(27cm) in length and together they weigh 20 troy ounces.
£4,975
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Hallmarked In 1901
Carrying import marks for Chester in 1901 by Berthold Muller, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Partridge, has a removable head, and moveable wings. The partridge measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep, and weighs 26.5 troy ounces.
£4,975
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Hallmarked In 1967
Hallmarked in London in 1967 by Richard Comyns, this handsome, pair of Sterling Silver Pheasants, are realistically cast and hand finished. The male measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 15"(38cm) from beak to tail, and the female measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 9.75"(25m) from beak to tail. The pair together weigh a substantial feeling 32 troy ounces.
£5,275
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Hallmarked In 1897
Carrying import marks for London in 1897 by Berthold Muller, and London in 1925 by Israel Segalov, this charming, matched pair of Sterling Silver Models of Partridges, are handsomely made. Each partridge measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 5.75"(14.5cm) from beak to tail, and the pair together weigh 27.8 troy ounces.
£5,475
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Hallmarked In 1992
Hallmarked in London in 1992 by Richard Comyns, this charming pair of Sterling Silver Duck Models, are realistically cast and hand finished. The male measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep. The female measures 4.25"(11cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 2.75"(7cm) deep. Together the pair weighs 38.3 troy ounces.
£5,675
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Hallmarked In 1901
Hallmarked in London in 1901 by Henry Lewis, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Horse, has a cropped tail like a polo pony, and is very realistically modelled and stands on a textured base. The horse model measures 10.5"(26.5cm) tall, by 10.5"(26.5cm) from nose to tail. The base is weighted for stability but the overall weight of the model, which mostly is the cast horse, is 55 troy ounces.
£6,975
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Made Circa 1910
Made circa 1910 and likely German in origin, this large Antique Sterling Silver Peacock & Peahen pair, are handsomely modelled. The peacock measures 9.5"(24cm) tall, by 19"(48.5cm) from beak to tail, and he peahen measures 8.75"(22.5cm) tall, by 10.5"(27cm) from beak to tail. The peafowl together weigh 25.8 troy ounces.
£7,795
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Made Circa 1900
Made circa 1900, this handsome pair of Antique, German Silver Pheasants, have very realistic feather detailing and hinged wings. The male measures 6.5"(17cm) tall, by 20"(51cm) from beak to tail, and the female measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 20"(51cm) from beak to tail. Together the pair weigh 35.5 troy ounces.
£7,795
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Hallmarked In 1921
Carrying import marks for London in 1921 by Berthold Muller, this very handsome pair of George V, Sterling Silver Pheasants, are beautifully modelled and feature removable heads. The female measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 11.5"(30cm) from beak to tail, and the male measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 15"(38cm) from beak to tail. The pair together weigh 33 troy ounces.
£7,975
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Hallmarked In 1935
Hallmarked in London in 1935 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this incredible, Sterling Silver Model of a Fox, is presented on a wooden plinth which has a vacant plaque, and is wonderfully modelled. The fox measures 13.5"(34cm) from nose to tail, and on the plinth it measures 8"(20cm) tall, by 5"(13cm) deep.
£8,975
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Hallmarked In 1906
Hallmarked in Chester in 1906 by Berthold Muller, this very rare, and very handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Rhinoceros, is wonderfully made. The rhinoceros measures 4.25"(11cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide, by 3.25"(8cm) deep, and weighs 15.1 troy ounces.
£9,775
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Hallmarked In 1908
Hallmarked in London in 1908 by Mappin & Webb, this exquisite, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Polo Horse and Player, is wonderfully detailed. The model measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep. The wooden plinth measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 8.5"(21.5cm) wide, by 4.25"(11cm) deep. 1908 was the year in which Britain first hosted the Olympic Games, and the second time in which Polo was contested at the games. It seems likely that this model was commissioned to celebrate that event, which was won by the British team from Roehampton. (only 3 teams competed, all representing the British Olympic Association).
£9,975
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Hallmarked In 2013
Hallmarked in London in 2013 by C. F. Hancock & Co., this handsome, Sterling Silver Model of a Boar, is realistically cast and of larger than normal size and weight. The boar measures 6.5"(16.5cm) tall, by 11.75"(30cm) from nose to tail, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 69.9 troy ounces.
£12,750
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Hallmarked In 2007
Hallmarked in London in 2007 by William Comyns, this stunning and very realistic, Sterling Silver Model of a Crab, has a hinged shell with a gilt interior to be used to serve crab meat, and also features very lifelike movable pincers. The crab measures 3"(8cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) wide, by 8.75"(22cm) deep, and weighs a very impressive feeling 97 troy ounces.
£13,750
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Hallmarked In 1995
Hallmarked in London in 1995 by Garrard & Co., this wonderful, Sterling Silver Model of an Eagle, is realistically cast, modelled perched on a rock with its wings outstretched. The eagle measures 12.25"(31cm) tall, by 21.25"(54cm) across the wings, by 6"(15cm) deep, and weighs a substantial 113 troy ounces.
£14,975
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Hallmarked In 1937
Carrying import marks for 1937 by Israel Segalov, this very rare pair of Sterling Silver Owl Models, were originally made in Germany for the English market, by the great model making firm of Neresheimer & Sohne, and they can be seen in the firms original sales catalogue. Each owl measures roughly 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 5.5"(14m) from beak to tail. The pair together weigh 33. 2 troy ounces.
£16,750
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Hallmarked In 1976
Hallmarked in London in 1976 by Garrard & Co., this stunning Elizabeth II, Sterling Silver Model of a Stag, is realistically cast and chased, and stands on a marble base. The stag model on the base measures a very impressive 21.5"(55cm) tall, by 18"(45.5cm) wide, by 8.25"(21cm) deep.
£32,975
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