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We are pleased to offer a fine range of antique sterling silver Models. All of our antique silver Models can be purchased online, or from our shop in the London Silver Vaults. You can click on the image of one of the Models to see a larger picture.
Hallmarked In 1899
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1899 by Nathan & Hayes, this charming, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Shoe, is plain in style, with a turned up toe and a hobnail heel. The shoe measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) from heel to toe, by 2"(5cm) deep and weighs 4 troy ounces.
£345
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Hallmarked In 1902
Carrying import marks for London in 1902, this well modelled, Antique Sterling Silver Bust of Marie Antoinette, features stones set around the base. The bust measures 5.75"14.5cm) tall, by 3"(8cm) wide, by 2.25"(6cm) deep, and weighs 8.9 troy ounces.
£875
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Hallmarked In 1970
Hallmarked in London in 1970, this handsome, Sterling Silver Model of a Royal Scots Dragoon Guard (formerly 3rd Carabiniers) is wonderfully modelled and stands on a wooden plinth with a vacant silver plaque. The model measures 10"(25.5cm) tall, by 3.25"(8cm) wide, by 3.25"(8cm) deep.
£1,275
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Hallmarked In 1902
Hallmarked in London in 1902 by William Comyns, this fabulous, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Doll's House Cot Model, is very realistic and is presented with a handmade mattress. The headboard bears the words "The Alexandra Cot". This unique model measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 5.5"(14cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) deep, with a silver weight of 9.8 troy ounces.
£1,475
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Hallmarked In 1902
Carrying import marks for London in 1902 by Edwin Thompson Bryant, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Gentleman, is wonderfully made with red and blue set paste to the stand and clothes. The model measures 6.25"(16cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) wide, by 2.25"(6cm) deep, and weighs 9.4 troy ounces.
£1,675
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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 1963
Hallmarked in London in 1963 by Bravingtons, this wonderful, Sterling Silver Horse and Jockey model, depicts the pair jumping a gate during a Showjumping competition, and is presented in the original fitted box. The model measures 6.75"(17cm) tall, by 8.25"(21cm) wide, by 8.5"(21.5cm) deep, and is on a wooden plinth.
£3,775
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Hallmarked In 1885
Hallmarked in London in 1885 by Joseph Braham, this delightful, novelty, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Match Strike, is modelled as a pig standing by his trough, mounted on a wooden base with the match strike to the front, and the pigs tail removable to use as the cigar lighter. The match strike model measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) wide, by 4.75"(12cm) deep.
£3,775
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Hallmarked In 1987
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1987 by Thomas Buchanan, this handsome, Sterling Silver Model of a Plane, is presented on a wooden stand with a vacant cartouche ideal for engraving a presentation inscription. The model measures 9.5"(24cm) tall, by 13"(33cm) in length, by 15.75"(40cm) across the wings, and weighs 36.7 troy ounces including the base. The vertical stabiliser and rudder of the plane model are engraved with the crest of the Scottish Fisheries Protection Agency, part of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, and the plane itself is a model of a Fokker F27-200 Friendship. The F27-200 was first bought by the SFPA in 1987, so this model is likely to have been commissioned to celebrate this purchase.
£4,475
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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 2018
Hallmarked in London in 2018 by I. Franks, this very handsome set of Elizabeth II, Sterling Silver Huntsman & Hounds, comprises a horse and rider accompanied by five hounds in various poses. The huntsmen on his horse measures 9.5"(19.5cm) tall, by 8"(20cm) in length, and each dog measures approximately 4"(10cm) in length. The combined weight of the set is 47.1 troy ounces.
£4,975
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Hallmarked In 1925
Carrying import marks for London in 1925 by Israel Segalov, this striking pair of George V, Sterling Silver Knights, are copies of two of the life size statues bronze found in Innsbruck which surround Emperor Maximilian's tomb, and represent King Arthur, and Theoderic the Great, with each featuring a carved ivory face. Each knight measures 9.5"(24cm) tall and the bases are 3"(7.5cm) square. Together the pair has a weight of 30.1 troy ounces.
£4,975
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Hallmarked In 1865
Hallmarked in Exeter in 1865 by James & Josiah Williams, this unique, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand, is modelled as a desert scene, with a palm tree to the centre, and a lady standing in the shade of the fronds. A large flower covers a small compartment for stamps or wax, and a round, straight sided pot contains a glass ink well. The ink stand measures 10.5"(27cm) tall, by 10.75"(27.5cm) wide, by 6.5"(16.5cm) deep, and weighs 34.5 troy ounces. The inkstand carries an inscription to the back which reads "Presented to John D. Cleaton Esquire - by the Officers, Attendants and Servants of the West Riding Asylum, Wakefield - on his retirement from the Medical Superintendence of that Institution and appointment as a Commissioner in Lunacy, in recognition of his public and private worth - 25 July 1866".
£4,975
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Hallmarked In 1900
Carrying import marks for Chester in 1900 by Berthold Muller, this Antique Sterling Silver Nef, is also a decanter, with the bowsprit acting as the spout, and the back section hinging to allow the alcohol to be poured in. The Nef measures 16"(41cm) tall, by 13"(33cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep and weighs 45.4 troy ounces.
£5,975
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Hallmarked In 1901
Hallmarked in London in 1901 by Henry Lewis, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Model of a Horse, has a cropped tail like a polo pony, and is very realistically modelled and stands on a textured base. The horse model measures 10.5"(26.5cm) tall, by 10.5"(26.5cm) from nose to tail. The base is weighted for stability but the overall weight of the model, which mostly is the cast horse, is 55 troy ounces.
£6,975
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Hallmarked In 1925
Carrying import marks for London in 1925 by Thomas Callow & Sons, this superb example of a Sterling Silver Nef, is a particularly fine representation of the 16th century style, elaborated detailed, and resting on 4 wheels to allow it to “sail” around the table. The top of the ship lifts off to reveal an empty hull. The nef measures 27.5"(70cm) tall, by 32"(81cm) wide, by 5.5"(13cm) deep, and weighs an impressive124.7 troy ounces.
£26,750
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