The vogue for using silver at the dining table began in France during the reign of Louis XIV. Following his example, royalty from all over Europe began to commission pieces from silversmiths in an attempt to emulate the style seen in the French court. From baroque to modern designs, silver for the dining table has been popular ever since then.
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Hallmarked in London in 1869 by Robert Harper, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pair of Salt Cellars, feature engraved decoration and blue glass liners. Each salt cellar measures 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 2.75"(7cm) in diameter.
£325
Hallmarked in London in 1945 by Mappin & Webb, this handsome, Sterling Silver Pepper Grinder, is in the capstan style and has a Peugeot mechanism. The pepper grinder measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 2"(5cm) in diameter.
£325
Hallmarked in London in 2000, this charming, Sterling Silver Pepper Pot, is fashioned as a dog wearing a hat and collar. The pepper pot measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 2"(5cm) wide, by 1"(2.5cm) deep, and weighs 4.8 troy ounces.
£495
Hallmarked in London in 1979 by Michael Winter, this handsome pair of Sterling Silver Salt & Pepper shakers, are in the modernist style, with bark effect decoration. Each shaker measures 3.25"(8cm) tall, by 1.75"(4.5cm) in diameter, and together they weigh 8.7 troy ounces.
£575
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1909 by Elkington & Co., this attractive pair of Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Mustard Pots, feature slat piercing to the sides, rope borders around the rims, blue glass liners, and engraved crests to the cartouche. Each mustard pot measures 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) wide, by 2.5"(6.5cm) deep. The pair weighs 6.3 troy ounces (excluding the glass liners).
£575
Hallmarked in London in 1841 by George Adams, this very handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Straining Spoon, is in Old English & Thread pattern, and is engraved with a crest to the handle. The spoon measures 12"(30.5cm) in length, by 2.25" (5.5cm) across the bowl, and weighs 4.7 troy ounces. The crest is likely that of the Badder Family.
£595
Hallmarked in London in 1929/30 by Richard Comyns, this simple, George V, Antique Sterling Silver Condiment Set, comprises a salt cellar, a pepper pot and a mustard pot, all with reed detailing and an engraved crest. The salt cellar measures 2.5"(6.5cm) in diameter, the pepper pot measures 4"(10cm) tall, and the mustard pot measures 3"(7.5cm) tall. The set together weighs 7.7 troy ounces.
£675
Hallmarked in London in 1803 by Thomas Robins, this charming, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Butter Dish, is modelled as a shell. The butter shell measures 1"(2.5cm) tall, by 5.25"(13.5cm) wide, by 5.25"(13.5cm) deep, and weighs 3 troy ounces.
£675
Hallmarked in London in 1854 by George Adams, this stylish, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Ladle, is in 'Onslow' pattern. The soup ladle measures 13.5"(34.4cm) long, by 4"(10cm) wide across the bowl, and weighs 7.8 troy ounces.
£695
Hallmarked in London in 1885 by Aldwinckle & Slater, this very attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Condiment Set, comprises a mustard pot and spoon, a salt shaker and a pepper shaker (engraved S & P and gold plated inside the salt shaker), all featuring wonderful engraved decoration, and presented in their original box. The mustard pot measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, and each pepper measures 2.25"(6cm) tall. The set together weighs 4.7 troy ounces.
£795
Made in London circa 1880 by William Briggs & Co., this striking, Antique Silver Plate Dessert Set, comprises 12 pair of dessert eaters with carved antler handles, a pair of serving spoons, a pair of grape shears, and 2 pairs of nutcrackers, all presented in the original box. Each knife measures 8"(20cm) long and each fork measures 6.75"(17cm) long.The box measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 14.5"(35.5cm) wide, by 11"(28cm) deep.
£795
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1898 by Norton & White, this charming, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Toast Rack, will hold 2 pieces of toast, and is designed to look like it is resting on a leaf. The toast rack measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 8.5"(21.5cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep, and weighs 8.9 troy ounces.
£875
Hallmarked in London in 1777 by William Plummer, this handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Butter Dish, is of traditional shell form, standing on 3 shell feet, and featuring an engraved crest to the handle. The butter dish measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 5.25"(13.5cm) wide, by 5.25"(13.5cm) deep, and weighs 3.4 troy ounces.
£875
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1908 by Cooper Brothers & Sons, this striking set of 6, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Napkin Rings, are ornately decorated, and are presented in their original box. Each napkin ring measures 1.75"(4.5cm) in diameter. The box measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) wide, by 5.5"(14cm) deep.
£895
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1929 by Cooper Brothers & Sons, this very elegant, Mother of Pearl & Sterling Silver Dessert Set, is plain in design, and is presented in its original box. Each knife measures 8"(20cm) in length, and each fork measures 6"(15cm) in length. The box measures 2.25"(5.5cm) tall, by 13.5"(34.5cm) wide, by 10"(25.5cm) deep.
£975
Hallmarked in London in 1893 by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., this elegant, Antique Sterling Silver Dessert Set is plain in design, with bone handles. Each knife measures 8.5"(21.5cm) in length, and each fork measures 7.5"(19cm) in length. The box measures 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 12.25"(31cm) wide, by 10.25"(26cm) deep.
£975
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1969 by Derek Birch, this very stylish, Sterling Silver Condiment Set, comprises a sale shaker, a pepper shaker and a mustard pot, all xesagonal in shape, and with indent detailing. Both the salt and pepper shakers measure 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 1.5"(4cm) in diameter, and the mustard pot measures 1.25"(3.5cm) tall, by 2"(5cm) in diameter.
£975
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1843 by James McKay, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Toast Rack, features shaped feet, an ornate handle, and will hold 8 pieces of toast. The toast rack measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 8"(20cm) wide, by 4.25"(11cm) deep, and weighs 14.6 troy ounces.
£975
Hallmarked in London in 1923 by Charles & Richard Comyns, this handsome, Sterling Silver Muffin Dish, featured reed detailing, and is otherwise plain in design. The muffin dish measures 5.75"(15cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) diameter, and weighs 24 troy ounces.
£1,175
Made in Dublin circa 1780, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Boat, is plain in style, featuring a scalloped border, an acanthus detailed flying C-scroll handle, and standing on three feet. The sauce boat measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 7.75"(19.5cm) from handle to lip and weighs 7.8 troy ounces.
£1,275
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1865 by Henry Wilkinson & Co., this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Butter Dish, features pierced sides, a glass liner, and an ornate lid. The butter dish measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 9.25"(23.5cm) wide, by 6.75"(17cm) deep.Without the glass liner it weighs 11 troy ounces.
£1,275
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1908 by Heath & Middleton, and 1909 by Hukin & Heath, this handsome pair Antique Sterling Silver Jam Pots, have patented opening lids, and come with original jam spoons. Each jam pot measures 5.75"(14.5cm) to the top of the handle, by 3.25"(8cm) in diameter. Each spoon measures 6"(15cm) in length.
£1,375
Hallmarked in London in 1887 (the spoons hallmarked in 1893) by Martin, Hall & Co., this very handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet, features bead borders, and gilt interiors to the egg cups and egg spoon bowls. The egg cruet measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 6.25"(16cm) wide, by 6.25"(16cm) deep, and together the set weighs 19.6 troy ounces.
£1,395
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
Hallmarked in London in 1823 by Samuel Whitford II, this stunning and rare pair of George IV period, Antique Sterling Silver Toast Racks, feature late Regency influenced decoration to the feet and handles, engraved crests of a hare to each handle, and each will hold 6 pieces of toast. Each toast rack measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 6.25"(16cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep, and the pair together weigh 20 troy ounces.
£1,775
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1918 by George Howson, this handsome set of 12, Antoque Sterling Silver Lobster Picks, are plain in style, and are presented in their original box. Each lobster pick measures 7.5"(19cm) in length, and together they weigh 13.1 troy ounces.
£1,795
Hallmarked in London in 1787, this fine, set of four George III, Antique Sterling Silver Salt Cellars, are 'Boat shaped', and feature reed detailing and gilt interiors. Each salt cellar measures 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) wide, and the set together weighs 18.6 troy ounces.
£1,825
Hallmarked in London in 1921 by D. & J. Wellby, this attractive, Sterling Silver Dish Ring, has pierced decoration to the sides depicting shepherds and animals, intwined with scroll and floral detailing, and a blue glass liner. This dish ring measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 7.5"(19.5cm) in diameter and has a silver weight of 17.1 troy ounces.
£2,175
Hallmarked in London in 1751 by Samuel Wood, this striking, George II, Antique Sterling Silver Oil And Vinegar Set, is in the Rococo taste, and is engraved to one side with a crest. The oil and vinegar set measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) wide, by 4.5"(12cm) deep, and the stand weighs 14.7 troy ounces. The tops of the bottles are unmarked.
£2,275
Hallmarked in London in 1860 by Robert Hennell IV, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet, is in the Gothic Revival style, and has 6 egg cups and 6 complimentary egg spoons in fiddle and thread pattern, and is engraved with a crest. The egg cruet measures 8.5"(21.5cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) in diameter, and weighs 35 troy ounces.
£2,275
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1910 by John & William Deakin, this striking, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Dessert & Fish Set, has twelve place settings of both and additional serving pieces. The dessert set has mother of pearl handles, while the fish set has bone handles, both featuring engraved decoration to the blades and tines. The dessert forks measure 6"(15cm) long and the dessert knives measure 7"(18cm) long. The fish forks measure 7"(18cm) long and the fish knives measure 8.25"(21cm) long. The set is presented in the original blue velvet lined, fold down box which has a presentation inscription to the cartouche. The inscription reads "Presented to J. Morris Esq MVO - By the Members of the Joint Conference Of Officers - of the London and North Western, & Great Western Railway Companies - On his retirement from the position of Superintendent Of The Line on the Great Western Railway - December 1910."
£2,475
Hallmarked in London in 1903 by Joseph Braham, this charming set of 4, Antique Sterling Silver Pepper Grinders, are modelled as weights with ring handles, and feature Peugeot mechanisms. Each pepper grinder measures 3.25"(8.5cm) tall, by 2"(5cm) in diameter.
£2,475
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1968 and 1969 by Roberts & Belk, this handsome set of 4 Sterling Silver Sauce Boats on Trays, feature gadroon borders and acanthus detailed flying scroll handles. Each sauce boat measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) from handle to lip, and each tray measures 8.75"(22cm) wide, by 6.25"(16cm) deep. The complete set weighs 69.3 troy ounces.
£2,475
Hallmarked in London in 1910 by D. & J. Wellby, this fantastic pair of Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Boats, are very large in size, and feature bead borders and reed detailed loop handles. Each sauce boat measures 6.5"(17cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) from handle to lip, and the pair together weigh an impressive 36.3 troy ounces.
£2,675
Hallmarked in London in 1911 by Thomas Bradbury & Sons, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, is plain in style, featuring shaping to the body, reed borders throughout, and loop handles. The soup tureen measures 9.25"(23.5cm) tall, by 14.75"(37.5cm) from handle to handle, by 7.75"(19.5cm) deep, and the ladle which is hallmarked in Sheffield in 1911, measures 10"(25.5cm) in length. The two pieces together weigh 60.4 troy ounces.
£2,975
Made circa 1910, this very handsome set of 12, Antique Silver Plate Meat Dishes, are plain in style, oval in shape, and feature reed borders to each. Each meat dish measures 20"(51cm) wide, by 15"(38cm) deep.
£3,475
Hallmarked in London in 1905 by Carrington & Co., this charming pair of Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Entree Dishes, are octagonal in shape, and feature gadroon borders and removable handles. Each entree dish measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall (5.5"(14cm) including the handle), by 10"(25.5cm) in diameter. Together the pair weighs 95 troy ounces.
£3,675
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1929 by Elkington & Co., this large and ornate, Sterling Silver Condiment Set, comprises a sugar caster, 2 pepper pots 2 salt cellars and a mustard pot with matching spoons. The sugar caster measures 6.75"(17cm) tall, each pepper measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, each salt measures 3.5"(9cm) in diameter, and the mustard measures 4.75"(12cm) from handle to side. The silver without the glass liners weighs 55.7 troy ounces
£4,595
Hallmarked in London in 1740 by John Jacob, this wonderful pair of George II, Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Boats, are in the Rococo taste, with cast ornate feet, and an acanthus detailed scroll handle. Each sauce boat measures 4.75"(12cm) tall, by 6.75"(17cm) from handle to lip. The pair of sauce boats weigh 21.2 troy ounces.
£4,675
Hallmarked in London in 1863 by Elizabeth Eaton, this wonderful set of 12, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Basting Spoons, are in 'fiddle' pattern, and are each engraved with the crest of Exeter College - Oxford University, and the date of 1864. Each basting spoon measures 12.5"(31.5cm) in length, and together they weigh 57.7 troy ounces.
£4,675
Hallmarked in London in 1911 by Thomas Bradbury & Sons, this handsome pair of Antique Sterling Silver Entree Dishes, feature gadroon borders, and removable handles. Each entree dish measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) wide, by 8"(20cm) deep. Together they weigh 102 troy ounces.
£4,695
Made in London circa 2000 by C. J. Vander, this handsome set of 12 Silver Plate Underplates, feature a decorative border and a plain centre. Each underplate measures 14.5"(37cm) in diameter.
£4,975
Hallmarked in London in 1825 by John Bridge, this stylish, George IV, Antique Sterling Silver Bouillabaisse Tureen, stands on four ball feet, and features a shell finial to the lid, reed borders around the base, a gadroon border around the rim, and drop ring handles. The bouillabaisse tureen measures 6.75"(17cm) tall, by 10.25"(26cm) wide, by 8.5"(21.5cm) deep and weighs 48.8 troy ounces.
£7,975
Hallmarked in London in 1802 & 1803 by John Emes, this handsome set of 4, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Tureens, are 'Boat' shaped, and plain in design, featuring reed borders and acorn finials. Each sauce tureen measures 6"(15.5cm) tall, by 8.75"(22cm) wide, by 3.75"(9.5cm) deep, and the set together weighs 55.8 troy ounces.
£9,775
Hallmarked in London between 1898 and 1901 by D. & J. Wellby & Carrington & Co., this wonderful suite of 5, Antique Sterling Silver Dishes, feature pierced decoration to the sides, and cast borders and feet. The suite comprises 1 larger central dish, 2 medium dishes, and 2 small dishes, and weighs 73.1 troy ounces in total.
The largest dish measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 11.25"(28.5cm) wide, by 9"(23cm) deep. The 2 medium dishes measure 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide, by 7.5"(19cm) deep. The 2 small dishes measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 4.75"(12cm) deep.
£11,750
Hallmarked in London in 1937 by Percy Webster, this handsome set of 4 Sterling Silver Entree Dishes, feature ribbon & reed borders, and removable handles allowing the tops to be used for serving. Each entree dish measures 4.25"(11cm) tall, by 11.5"(29cm) wide, by 8.25"(21cm) deep and the set together weighs an impressive 241.3 troy ounces
£11,975
Hallmarked in London in 1891 by Joseph & Horace Savory (trading as the Goldsmiths Alliance) this rare, English, Antique Sterling Silver Ewer & Basin, features sunken and swirled fluting, and acanthus detailing to both pieces. The ewer measures 14.5"(37cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) from handle to lip, and the basin measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 14.5"(37cm) in diameter. The pair together weigh a substantial 128 troy ounces.
£11,975
Hallmarked in London in 1842 by John Figg, this extraordinary pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Sauce Tureens, feature scroll borders, ornate handles and feet, and engraved crests and mottos. Each sauce tureen measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 10"(25cm) wide, and the pair together weigh a substantial 70 troy ounces.
£12,750
Hallmarked in London in 1799 by William Pitts, this stylish, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, features unusual double scroll handles, four acanthus detailed feet, an engraved crest and motto, and a gadroon border. The soup tureen measures 11.5"(29cm) tall, by 14"(35cm) wide, by 9"(23cm) deep, and weighs 99.4 troy ounces. The motto translates as 'I have borne and done many things' and is likely that of the Arkwright family.
£14,750
Hallmarked in London in 1835 by Barnards, this superb, William IV, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, features an ornate cast handle to the lid and ornate cast feet, a gadroon borders, and an engraved coat of arms to the side. The soup tureen measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 15.5"(39.5cm) wide, by 8.75"(22.5cm) deep, and weighs 124.7 troy ounces.
£15,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1833 by Robert Gainsford, this striking, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, is in the Regency taste, featuring ornate cast feet and handles, and heraldic engraving. The soup tureen measures 12.25"(31cm) tall, by 17.5"(44.5cm) over the handles, by 12"(30.5cm) deep, and weighs 114.6 troy ounces. The coat of arms, crest and motto, are that of Sir Thomas Gladstone, 2nd Baronet.
£17,750
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.
£17,975
Hallmarked in London in 1970 by Stuart Devlin, this wonderful pair of Sterling Silver Entree Dishes, are handsomely designed, with gilt borders and handles. Each entree dish measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 15.75"(40cm) wide, by 6.75"(17cm) deep, and the pair together weigh an impressive 115.6 troy ounces.
The entree dishes are shown in the Stuart Devlin book, page 21.
£17,975
Hallmarked in London in 1827 by Benjamin Preston, this incredible, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, is a masterpiece of the regency style, with cast and applied feet and handles, and an engraved coat of arms. The soup tureen measures 10.5"(27cm) tall, by 15.5"(39.5cm) wide, by 9.75"(25cm) deep, and weighs a very impressive 148.1 troy ounces. The coat of arms is that of the Marquess of Cholmondeley.
£22,950
Hallmarked in London in 1910 by Sydney Bellamy Harman, this wonderful, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Set of Plates, comprises 12 dinner plates and 12 soup plates, all with gadroon borders and each engraved with a Baron's coronet. Each plate measures 10"(25cm) in diameter, and the set together weighs approximately 400 troy ounces.
£25,775
Hallmarked in London in 1829 by William Ker Reid, this incredible, George IV period, Antique Sterling Silver Dining Table Suite of Soup & Sauce Tureens, is ornate in design, with highly detailed cast handles and feet, and engraved with original crests and coat of arms to each piece. The soup tureen measures 10.25"(26cm) tall, by 16.5"(42cm) wide, by 10"(25.5cm) deep, and each sauce tureen measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep. The set together weighs an impressive 236.6 troy ounces. The coat of arms and double crests are that of Francis Alexander Mackenzie, 12th Laird of Gairloch and 5th Baronet of Nova Scotia.
£39,750