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Whether for a gift, a collection, or just for fun, silver novelties and curios offer whimsy along with function, and are expertly crafted. Since the mid Victorian period, and with the increase of wealth in Britain, silversmiths have created these astounding items to both amaze and amuse, and they have been collected and admired ever since.
Hallmarked In 1990
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1990, this novelty, Sterling Silver Toast Rack, is modelled as a swan, and has space for four pieces of toast. The toast rack measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 4.5"(11cm) wide, and weighs 3.2 troy ounces.
£395
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Hallmarked In 1900
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1900 by Roberts & Belk, this Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pair of Novelty Knife Rests, are modelled to look like molecules. Each knife rest measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 2"(5cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep, and the pair together weigh 3.4 troy ounces.
£395
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Made Circa 1950
Made circa 1950 by Tiffany and Co., this novelty, Sterling Silver Cream Jug, takes the form of an antique wooden butter churn. The removable lid, with "churning" handle fits snugly into the top of the body leaving a small open spout for pouring. The cream jug measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 2.5"(6cm) in diameter, and weighs 7.1 troy ounces.
£445
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Hallmarked In 1900
Carrying import marks for London in 1900, this novelty, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Trinket Box, is in the form of a shoe, with a gilt interior, a hinged lid, and chased decoration throughout. The box measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 4.5"(12cm) from toe to heel, and weighs 2.2 troy ounces.
£475
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Made Circa 1880
Made circa 1880 by Roberts & Belk, this novelty, Victorian, Antique Silver Plated Spoon Warmer, is modelled as an acorn resting on oak leaves. The spoon warmer measures 5"(12.5cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep.
£645
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Hallmarked In 1903
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1903 by Grey & Co., this unusual, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Set of Six Clip-On Plates, take the form of leaves which can be attached to your saucer or dessert plate by a hinged wishbone shaped clip. Each plate measures 5"(12.5cm) long, by 3.25"(8.5cm) wide. The set together has a weight of 7.9 troy ounces. The clip-on plates carry a registered design number, the original design drawing can be seen in the last photograph.
£695
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Made Circa 1912
Made in London between 1909 and 1914 by C. E. Nixon, this novelty, George V, Antique Sterling Silver Set of Four Menu Holders, are designed to resemble the four different playing card suits, and each are hand made from one sheet of silver. Each menu holder measures 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 2.5"(6.5cm) wide and together the set weighs 2.4 troy ounces.
£725
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Hallmarked In 1916
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1916 by Deakin & Francis, this novelty, George V, Antique Sterling Silver Money Box, is modelled as a castle turret, with an engraved door and window to one side, and a slot for coins at the top. The money box measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) in diameter and weighs 3.3 troy ounces.
£795
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Hallmarked In 1908
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1908, this novelty, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Whisky Decanter, is in the form of a bell with panelled glass engraved with the message "take a pull". The decanter measures 10"(25.5cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) in diameter.
£875
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Made Circa 1910
Made circa 1910 by Marples, Wingfield & Wilkins, this novelty, George V, Antique Silver Plated Decanter, take the form of a portable lantern, with a pull off top engraved with the words "Just One Last Look Around". The bottom of the frame slides off to access the olive green bottle, making it easier to clean or fill. The decanter measures 9"(23cm) tall with the handle up, (7”(18cm) with the handle down), and the body measures 3"(8cm) wide and deep.
£875
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Hallmarked In 1894
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1894 by John Round & Son Ltd., this novelty, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Egg Cruet, takes the form of a lashed cooking tripod, with a silver rope fastening the egg cups in place and a spoon attached to each leg. The egg cruet measures 8.5"(21cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) in diameter, with each egg cup measuring 2.5"(6.5cm) tall. The set together weighs 12.3 troy ounces.
£875
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Hallmarked In 1906
Hallmarked in London, 1906 by Joseph Braham, this novelty, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Pair of Pepper Pots, are modelled as hunting horns. Each pepper pot measures 5.75"(14.5cm) tall, by 1.5"(4cm) in diameter, and the pair together weigh 3.4 troy ounces.
£975
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Hallmarked In 1882
Made in 1882 by Elkington & Co., this charming, novelty, Victorian, Antique Silver Plated 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.
£1,075
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Hallmarked In 1910
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1910 by Levi & Salaman, this extremely rare and collectable, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Novelty Toast Rack, is designed with the external bars taking the form of two grinning cats, and will hold 4 slices of toast. The toast rack measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) wide and weighs 1.6 troy ounces.
£1,275
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Hallmarked In 1911
Carrying import marks for London in 1911 by Berthold Muller, this novelty, Antique Sterling Silver Wager Cup, is modelled as a bearded man in drag, with his skirt forming the larger cup. The wager cup measures 9"(23cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) in diameter and weighs 10.4 troy ounces.
£1,375
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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 1901
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1901 by Elkington & Co., this novelty and charming, Antique Sterling Silver Decanter, is a 'Gin Pig', with a glass body and a silver collar which is attached to the silver stopper by a chain, the stopper doubling as the pigs snout. The gin pig measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 11"(28cm) from nose to tail, by 4"(10cm) deep.
£1,475
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Hallmarked In 1888
Hallmarked in London in 1888 by Charles Boyton, this rare pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pepper Pots are modelled as pheasants, and presented in the original fitted box. Each pepper pot measures 2.5"(6cm) tall, by 3.5"(9cm) from beak to tail and the pair weigh 1.7 troy ounces.
£1,675
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Hallmarked In 1899
Hallmarked in London in 1899 by Maurice Freeman, this handsome and rare, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Cow Creamer, is well modelled. The cow creamer measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) in length and weighs 6.7 troy ounces.
£1,925
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Hallmarked In 1901
Hallmarked in London in 1901 by William Hornby, this novelty pair of Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Scent Bottles, are designed to look like birds. Each perfume bottle measures 4.5"(11.5cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) across the body.
£2,275
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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 1972
Carrying import marks for London in 1972 by I. Freeman & Sons, this highly unusual, Elizabeth II, Sterling Silver Claret Jug, is modelled to look like an owl, with a red glass body and amber coloured eyes. The claret jug measures 11"(28cm) tall by 8"(20cm) from handle to beak.
£4,975
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Hallmarked In 1845
Hallmarked in London in 1845 by Charles & George Fox, this wonderful, novelty, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Mustard Pot, is modelled as an owl, and features gilt detailing to the feet, the beak and around the eyes, a blue glass liner, and the original fully hallmarked and matching spoon with mouse ending. The mustard pot measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 2.5"(6.5cm) wide, by 3.5"(9cm) from beak to tail, and weighs 6.3 troy ounces.
£5,975
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