First produced in sterling silver during the 18th Century, silver egg cruets quickly became popular table top items, with production increasing during the Victorian period in line with the increased production and marketing of eggs. Used on the table to serve typically between 2-6 boiled eggs, egg cruets can be found with the original egg spoons, or with salt cellars attached as eggs were often served sprinkled with salt. Early, larger sets, and novelty examples are highly sought after amongst both collectors, and egg lovers.
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Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1903 by Walker & Hall this striking Edwardian antique sterling silver gilt egg cruet comprises a stand, four egg cups, and four Kings pattern spoons. The stand is of a shaped square form with a central cast carrying handle and stands on four feet. The egg cups are of a pedestal goblet form. The set measures 7.5"(19cm) tall by 5.5"(14cm) wide and deep and has a combined weight of 19.7 troy ounces.
£1,795
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1903 by Walker & Hall this elaborate Edwardian antique sterling silver egg cruet comprises an oval tray and four egg cups. The tray has a repoussé rim with floral and foliate decoration and a central arched handle. The egg cups are of a matching design with fine chased floral and foliate scrollwork and have a footed base and a single loop handle. The set measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 10"(25.5cm) wide and 5.5"(13.5cm) deep, and weighs 17.47 troy ounces.
£1,845
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1922 by William Hutton & Sons Ltd., this handsome, George V period, Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet, holds 6 egg cups, and features shaped gadroon borders, and gilt interiors to each cup. The egg cruet measures 7.75"(19.5cm) tall, by 7.25"(18.5cm) in diameter, and weighs 22.17 troy ounces.
£1,975
Hallmarked in London in 1808 by Emes & Barnard, this handsome, Antique, George III period, Sterling Silver Egg Cruet, is in the Neoclassical taste, and holds four egg cups and a central salt cellar. The egg cruet measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) wide and deep and weighs 18.6 troy ounces.
£2,395
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1824 by James Mckay, this wonderful, George IV period, Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet, is ornate in design, with 6 egg cups and spoons all with gilt interiors. The egg cruet measures 8"(20.5cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) in diameter, and weighs 39.9 troy ounces.
£4,475