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?
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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
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.
£345
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
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
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 ounces.
£455
Hallmarked in Chester in 1903 by Saunders & Shepherd, this charming, Edwardian, Antique, Sterling Silver Pepper Pot, is modelled to resemble the Trojan Horse of Greek mythology. The pepper shaker measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 1.75"(4.5cm) from nose to tail, by 0.5"(1.5cm) deep.
£845
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.
£945
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.
£975
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1869 by George Unite, this charming, Antique, Victorian Sterling Silver Pepper Shaker, is modelled to resemble a Knights helmet. The pepper pot measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 2.25"(5.5cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep and weighs 2.37 troy ounces.
£1,195
Hallmarked in London in 1897 by John Newton Mappin this unusual & rare Victorian antique sterling silver ham bone holder has a polished, ergonomic handle with a decorative finial, and a screw-action tightening mechanism at one end. It measures 6"(15cm) long, by 1.5"(4cm) in diameter, and weighs 3.66 troy ounces.
£1,195
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.
£1,295
Made in 1882 by Elkington & Co., this charming, novelty, Victorian, Antique Silver Plate 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.
£1,325
Hallmarked in London in 1977 by Richard Comyns, this handsome, Sterling Silver Cow Creamer, is a charming example. The cow creamer measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep, and weighs 5.4 troy ounces.
£1,595
Hallmarked in London in 1979 by Magna Dove Ltd, this very handsome, Sterling Silver Model of a Duesenberg SJ Torpedo Phaeton, is number 20 of a limited edition of 1000 made for The Magna Collection at a 1/50 scale, displayed on a mahogany plinth with sterling silver base and engraved plaques, and presented with its original certificate and wooden box. The model measures 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 5.25"(13.5cm) wide, by 1.75"(4.5cm) deep, and weighs 9.2 troy ounces. The plinth measures 0.75"(2cm) tall, by 8.25"(21cm) wide, by 4.25"(11cm) deep.
£1,875
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.
£1,975
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.
£2,375
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1835 by Taylor & Perry this remarkable William IV sterling silver vinaigrette is of a rectangular form with a hinged lid. The 'castle top' lid is decorated with a high-relief repoussé and chased scene of Newstead Abbey, while the sides are chased with a basket-weave pattern. The interior is gilded and has a hinged, pierced gilt grille with a floral and foliate design. The vinaigrette measures 1.75"(4.5cm) wide, by 1.25"(3cm) deep.
£2,475
Carrying import marks for London in 1896 by Edwin Thompson Bryant, this charming, Antique Sterling Silver Cow Creamer, is handsomely modelled. The cow creamer measures 4.75"(12cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) wide, by 1.75"(4.5cm) deep, and weighs 7.1 troy ounces.
£2,495
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.
£2,775
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.
£2,775
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.
£2,975
Hallmarked in London in 1881, this charming and very rare, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pepper Pot, is modelled as a Monkey. The pepper pot measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 1.25"(3cm) wide, by 1.5"(4cm) deep, and weighs 2.5 troy ounces.
£2,975
Hallmarked in London in 1821 by Christopher John 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.
£3,020
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.
£3,275
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.
£3,975
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.
£4,975
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.
£5,795
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.
£5,975
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.
£8,675
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.
£15,975