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.
Hallmarked In 1845
Hallmarked in London in 1845 by Joseph Angell & Son, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet, is in the Gothic Revival Style. The six gilt egg cups stand on a hexagonal star point frame with floral engraving throughout, decorative scroll feet and a heart shaped handle. The egg cruet frame measures 10"(26cm) tall, by 8"(20cm) in diameter with each cup measuring 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 1.75"(4.5cm in diameter). In total the egg cruet set weighs 23.5 troy ounces.
£1,975
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Hallmarked In 1846
Hallmarked in London in 1846 by Joseph Angell II, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet, holds 6 eggs and is in the Gothic Revival taste. The egg cruet measures 9.25"(23.5cm) tall, by 8.25"(21cm) in diameter, and weighs 24.9 troy ounces.
£2,475
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