From vinaigrettes to vesta cases, and pin cushions to pieces of historical interest, building a collection quickly becomes a passion. Quality, originality, condition and rarity are the backbone to any good collection, with attention also given to particular makers, considered the best in their fields. The danger is you can always have one more… and why not?
Hallmarked In 1899
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1897 & 1899 by James Fenton, this handsome pair of Antique Sterling Silver Menu Holders, each features a cast model of the Scott Memorial to one side. Each menu holder measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 2.5"(6.5cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep, and the pair together weigh 0.8 troy ounces.
£265
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Hallmarked In 1899
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1899 by Deakin & Francis, this charming pair of Antique Sterling Silver Menu Holders, are elegantly designed, and have links to Oxford University, with one depicting Tom Tower at Christchurch, and the other depicting Radcliffe Camera. Each measures 1.75"(4.5cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) wide. by 1.75"(4.5cm) deep, and the pair together weigh 1.6 troy ounces.
£295
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Hallmarked In 1853
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1853 by Yapp & Woodward, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Vinaigrette, features shaped sides, engine turned decoration, a vacant cartouche, and a pierced and engraved grill. The vinaigrette measures 1 inch (2.5cm) wide, by 0.75 inches (2cm) deep.
£325
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Hallmarked In 1821
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1821, this attractive, George IV, Antique Sterling Silver Vinaigrette, features a floral and scroll border, engraved decoration, a pierced and engraved grill, and the initials R.A. engraved in script to the cartouche. The vinaigrette measures 1.5"(3.5cm) wide, by 1.25" (3cm) deep.
£365
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Hallmarked In 1904
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1904 by Adie & Lovekin, this attractive, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Card Case, opens like a purse and is engraved on both sides with swirled acanthus decoration. The card case 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 3.15"(8cm) wide and weighs 1.1 troy oz (35gm).
£375
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Hallmarked In 1892
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1892 by Hilliard & Thomason, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Card Case, is wonderfully engraved with floral work throughout, and has a blank cartouche to one side. The card case measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 2"(5cm) wide, and weighs 1.11 troy ounces.
£375
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Hallmarked In 1939
Hallmarked in London in 1939 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this stylish, 9ct Gold & Sterling Silver Box, features engine turned decoration, and an inlaid border of 9ct gold. The box would make an ideal pill box, or snuff box, and measures 0.5"(1cm) tall, by 3"(8cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep. The box weighs 2.8 troy ounces.
£395
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Hallmarked In 1843
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1843 by Joseph Taylor, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Vinaigrette, features engraved acanthus leaf decoration and a pierced and engraved grill. The vinaigrette measures 1.25"(3cm) wide, by 0.75"(2cm) deep.
£395
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Hallmarked In 1898
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1898 by George Loveridge, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Card Case, is decorated on both sides with swirled scroll engraving. The card case measures 4"(10.5cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) wide, and weighs 2.8 troy ounces.
£425
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Hallmarked In 1836
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1836 by Gervais Wheeler, this attractive, William IV, Antique Sterling Silver Vinaigrette, is engraved to both sides, and features a pierced and engraved grill. The vinaigrette measures 1.5"(3.5cm) wide, by 1.0"(2.5cm) deep.
£425
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Hallmarked In 1869
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1869 by Colen Cheshire, this very attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Vinaigrette, features wonderful leaf engraving to the lid and base, a vacant cartouche, and a pierced and engraved grill. The vinaigrette measures 2.5"(6.5cm) wide, by 1.25"(3cm) deep.
£495
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Made Circa 1900
Made circa 1900, this handsome, Novelty, Antique Silver Plate Spoon Warmer, is modelled as a buoy on rocks. The spoon warmer measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep.
£675
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Hallmarked In 1945
Hallmarked in London in 1945 by R. E. Stone, this charming, Sterling Silver Armada Dish, has been beautifully engraved with a central image of Peter Pan and Wendy, and various characters from the Peter Pan story around the rim, presumably inspired by the original drawings by F. D. Bedford. The armada dish measures 6.75"(17cm) in diameter, by 1"(2.5cm) tall and weighs 6.8 troy ounces.
£795
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Hallmarked In 1902
Hallmarked in London in 1902 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this delightful, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Pincushion, is in the very rare form of a hedgehog. The pincushion measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) wide, by 1.5"(4cm) deep.
£795
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Hallmarked In 1896
Carrying import marks for London in 1896 by Edwin Thompson Bryant, this Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Shoe, features attractive chased decoration. The shoe model measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) from heel to toe, by 2.25"(6cm) deep, and weighs 6.5 troy ounces.
£975
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Hallmarked In 1882
Made in 1882 by Elkington & Co., this charming, novelty, Victorian, Antique Silver Plated Spoon Warmer, is modelled as a picnic basket. The spoon warmer measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 5.25"(13.5cm) wide, by 3.75"(9.5cm) deep.
£1,075
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Hallmarked In 1836
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1836 by Edwin Jones, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Snuff Box, features a cast and applied border to the lid, engine turned decoration to the sides and base, a gilt interior, and a presentation inscription to the lid. The snuff box measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep, and weighs 5.3 troy ounces. The snuff box is engraved- "Presented to Mr John Jack - by the - Canbroe Iron Co. - 1839".
£1,075
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Hallmarked In 1807
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1807 by Roberts, Cadman & Co., this very handsome, and rare to find, Antique Sterling Silver Extending Toast Rack, is plain in design, and stands on four ball feet. The toast rack measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 2"(5cm) wide when closed, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep, and weighs 8.3 troy ounces.
£1,465
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Hallmarked In 1893
Carrying import marks for London in 1893 by Thomas Goodfellow, this charming, Victorian, Antique, Sterling Silver Model of a Shoe, features a gilt interior, and wonderful chased decoration throughout. The shoe model measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 8"(20cm) wide, by 2.25"(5.5cm) deep, and weighs 7 troy ounces.
£1,475
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Hallmarked In 1914
Hallmarked in London in 1914 by William Comyns, this very attractive set of 6, Antique Tortoiseshell & Sterling Silver Place Card Holders or Menu Holders, feature silver inlay to the tortoiseshell and are presented in their original box. Each place card holder measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 1.5"(4cm) wide, by 1.25"(3cm) deep. The presentation box measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep.
£1,795
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Hallmarked In 1902
Carrying import marks for London in 1902 by John George Piddington, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver 'Toby Jug', is a faithful reproduction of the pottery examples first seen during the 1760's. The jug measures 6.5"(16.5cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) wide, by 2.75"(7cm) deep, and weighs 11.5 troy ounces.
£1,975
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Hallmarked In 1844
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1844 by Nathaniel Mills, this fine quality, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Castle Top Card Case, features a high relief chased scene of The Scott Memorial on the front, and decorative scroll work on the back. The card case measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 2.75"(7cm) wide, and weighs 2.5 ozt.
£1,975
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Hallmarked In 1835
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1835 by Taylor & Perry, this fine, William IV, Antique Sterling Silver Vinaigrette, has a cast lid with a scene of Newstead Abbey, and a pierced and engraved grill. The vinaigrette measures 1.75"(4.5cm) wide, by 1.25"(3cm) deep.
£1,975
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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 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 1911
Hallmarked in London in 1911 by D. & J. Wellby, this exceptional, Antique Sterling Silver Table Snuff Box, is rectangular in shape, and features a cast border, gilt interior, and engine turned decoration. The snuff box measures 2.25"(5.5cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 4"(11cm) deep, and weighs 16.5 troy ounces.
£2,275
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Hallmarked In 1821
Hallmarked in London in 1821 by Christopher Buckler, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Snuff Box, is gilt, and features a cast "Topers" scene, on the lid of three gentlemen drinking and smoking, in the style of a painting by David Teniers the Younger. The snuff box measures 1"(2.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep and weighs 5.1 troy ounces.
£2,475
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Hallmarked In 1947
Hallmarked in London in 1947 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this incredibly stylish, Sterling Silver Hip Flask & Cigarette Case combination, is handsomely made, with an engine turned finish, bayonet cap, and a removable cup. The hip flask measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) wide, by 1"(2.5cm) deep, and weighs 15.4 troy ounces.
£2,775
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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 1919
Hallmarked in London in 1919 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Field Gun, is particularly well crafted, with fine attention to detail. The model measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep, and carries a presentation inscription on the plinth which reads "2nd Liuet. Ernest George Kentish R.H.A - From the Officers, Non Commissioned Officers and Men of "V" Battery R.H.A - For service as B.S.M. from 19.8.15 to 27.12.17".
£4,675
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Hallmarked In 1892
Hallmarked in London in 1892 by Emanuel Emanuel, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Bell, is of handsome proportions, and is of military interest. The bell was presented to the 3rd Battalion Hampshire Regiment and the handle is formed as an officer from the Boer War. The bell measures 8"(20cm) tall, by 4"(10cm) in diameter and weighs a substantial 18 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 1913
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1913 by Mappin & Webb, this striking, Set of Twelve, George V Antique, Sterling Silver Place Card Holders are a very rare design, with silver inlaid decoration to the tortoiseshell depicting a sea horse, and are presented in a fitted box. Each place card holder measures 1.5"(3.5cm) tall and 1.5"(3.5cm).
£5,975
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Hallmarked In 1752
Hallmarked in London in 1752 by Paul Crespin, this very fine and rare example of a George II period, Antique Sterling Silver Shaving Jug, is plain in design, with a flattened baluster shape, a hinged lid and a hinged cover to the spout. The shaving jug measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 15.1 troy ounces. Shaving jugs from this period are rare, and often would have been part of a set with a soap box and shaving basin.
£6,975
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Made Circa 1790
Made circa 1790 by Les Fréres Souchay, in Hanau, Germany, this stunning, George III, Antique 18ct. Gold Snuff Box, is in wonderful condition, featuring engine turned decoration to the rose coloured lid and body, and an applied contrasting yellow Gold border and neoclassical Adam Style decoration. The snuff box carries a replica charge mark for Julien Alaterre of Paris, and the engine turned decoration has been attributed to Ettiene Flamant. The snuff box measures 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep and weighs 95 grams.
£9,975
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Hallmarked In 1904
Hallmarked in London in 1904 by William Hornby, this wonderful and very rare, Antique Sterling Silver Bell, is modelled as a quite charming pig. The bell is operated by winding the key underneath and then pressing either the nose or the tail. The bell measures 3.25"(8cm) tall, by 6.25"(16cm) from snout to tail, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep, and weighs 19.2 troy ounces in total.
£12,775
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