RARE 18TH C. FRENCH SILVER TRAVELLING ETUI ...
Item Ref
DEC65
This rare and exquisite 18th Century French silver travelling etui dates circa 1780. Of oval section and tapering form, chased all over with foliate scrolls and set with five aventurine blue and gold panels. The front with push button opening to reveal a fitted interior. The tools comprising a pair of steel scissors with oval silver loops, a hallmarked miniature silver pencil, a pair of steel dividers, s silver bodkin, an ear wax spoon.
In Georgian times, etuis (word of French origin) were very popular. They were small, usually ornamental cases for holding articles such as needles, scent bottles, grooming items.
Hallmarks:
Unmarked as was often the case with these type of objects but tested as silver.
Dimensions:
Height: 9cm / 3.4 inches.
Width at widest: 4cm / 1.4 inches.
Condition:
Very good for its age.
A good selection of tools still present.
Push button mechanism still opens and closes satisfactorily.
Good hinge.
Aventurine panels all intact.
A fabulous and rare item.
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In Georgian times, etuis (word of French origin) were very popular. They were small, usually ornamental cases for holding articles such as needles, scent bottles, grooming items.
Hallmarks:
Unmarked as was often the case with these type of objects but tested as silver.
Dimensions:
Height: 9cm / 3.4 inches.
Width at widest: 4cm / 1.4 inches.
Condition:
Very good for its age.
A good selection of tools still present.
Push button mechanism still opens and closes satisfactorily.
Good hinge.
Aventurine panels all intact.
A fabulous and rare item.
Postage:
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£795
LARGE ARTS & CRAFT SILVER BOWL ATTRIBUTED ...
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MARS81
This superb quality Arts & Craft spot-hammered silver bowl was most certainly made by A. E. Jones for the retailers Bruford & Sons. It is dated London 1933. The circular twin-handled silver bowl standing on four satyr mask hoof feet and with pierced lattice and floral decoration just below the rim. Finished with a lightly hammered surface and with comfortable finger plates immediately above the handles.
A.E. Jones produced pieces for other silversmiths and retailers. This is definitely one of his designs.
Hallmarks:
W.B & Sn lt for Bruford & Sons.
Lion Passant.
London Assay mark.
Date letters "s" for 1933.
Dimensions:
Height: 13 cm - 5 inches
Diameter at widest: 18cm / 7 inches.
Weight: 425g / 15 oz.
Condition:
Very good
No dings or dents to the body.
Some surface scratching inside the bowl, commensurate with age and use.
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A.E. Jones produced pieces for other silversmiths and retailers. This is definitely one of his designs.
Hallmarks:
W.B & Sn lt for Bruford & Sons.
Lion Passant.
London Assay mark.
Date letters "s" for 1933.
Dimensions:
Height: 13 cm - 5 inches
Diameter at widest: 18cm / 7 inches.
Weight: 425g / 15 oz.
Condition:
Very good
No dings or dents to the body.
Some surface scratching inside the bowl, commensurate with age and use.
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£675
ELEGANT PAIR OF VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER CANDLESTICKS ...
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MAI87
This very elegant pair of solid silver candlesticks were made by highly collectable William Hutton & Sons and is dated London 1896. Each with an oval fluted base, tapering panelled column and original detachable sconce. Loaded bases with original green baize. Full hallmarks struck to the side of each base, to the sleeve of each capital and to the inner sconce of each candlestick.
Hallmarks:
WH&S LD for William Hutton & Sons.
London Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letters "a" for 1896.
Condition:
Very good
No dents but minor dIngs commensurate with age.
Dimensions:
Height: 22cm high / 8.5 inches.
Base: 12cm X 9cm / 5 inches x 3.5 inches.
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Hallmarks:
WH&S LD for William Hutton & Sons.
London Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letters "a" for 1896.
Condition:
Very good
No dents but minor dIngs commensurate with age.
Dimensions:
Height: 22cm high / 8.5 inches.
Base: 12cm X 9cm / 5 inches x 3.5 inches.
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£625
CASED SET OF FOUR EDWARDIAN SOLID SILVER ...
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MARS86
This is a gorgeous cased set of four Edwardian solid silver napkin rings. They are dated Sheffield 1907 and bear the marks of Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd. Each of shaped, scrolled and pierced form with central circular cartouche. Presented in a smart leather box lined with blue velvet and satin.
Hallmarks:
CB&S for the Cooper Brothers
Sheffield Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letter "p" for 1907.
Condition:
Very good.
Minor surface wear, commensurate with age and use.
Dimensions and Weight:
Width: 4.5cm / 2 inches.
Height: 4cm / 1.6 inches.
Combined weight: 99g / 3 oz.
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Hallmarks:
CB&S for the Cooper Brothers
Sheffield Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letter "p" for 1907.
Condition:
Very good.
Minor surface wear, commensurate with age and use.
Dimensions and Weight:
Width: 4.5cm / 2 inches.
Height: 4cm / 1.6 inches.
Combined weight: 99g / 3 oz.
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£325
GEORGIAN IRISH SILVER CREAM JUG , DUBLIN ...
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AOUT99
This fabulous Irish silver cream jug is dated Dublin 1801. Of oval bellied form, it is finely bright-engraved with prick-dot and foliate motifs.
Reeded border and angular handle. One side with a vacant reserve, the other engraved with a family crest.
Hallmarks:
Dublin Assay mark ( Harp Crowned)
Lion Passant.
Date letter "E" for 1801.
Duty Mark.
No maker's marks.
Dimensions and Weight:
Height up to handle: 12 cm / 4.2 inches.
Length from spout to handle: 14cm / 5.4 inches.
Weight: 169g / 5.7 oz.
Condition:
Very good.
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Reeded border and angular handle. One side with a vacant reserve, the other engraved with a family crest.
Hallmarks:
Dublin Assay mark ( Harp Crowned)
Lion Passant.
Date letter "E" for 1801.
Duty Mark.
No maker's marks.
Dimensions and Weight:
Height up to handle: 12 cm / 4.2 inches.
Length from spout to handle: 14cm / 5.4 inches.
Weight: 169g / 5.7 oz.
Condition:
Very good.
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£325
RARE EDWARDIAN SILVER HEDGEHOG PIN CUSHION BY ...
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JANV73
This delightful Edwardian silver hedgehog pin cushion bears the marks of Levi & Salaman and is dated Birmingham 1905. The textured bodypierced with small holes to accomodate pins. Siiver hedgehog pin cushions in good condition are few and far between and this is a lovely example.
Hallmarks:
L&S for Levi & Salaman.
Birmingham Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letter "f" for 1905.
Condition:
Very good.
Body in excellent condition.
Dimensions:
Length: 4cm / 1.5 inches.
Height: 3cm / 1.2 inches.
Width: 2.5cm / 1 inch.
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Hallmarks:
L&S for Levi & Salaman.
Birmingham Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letter "f" for 1905.
Condition:
Very good.
Body in excellent condition.
Dimensions:
Length: 4cm / 1.5 inches.
Height: 3cm / 1.2 inches.
Width: 2.5cm / 1 inch.
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£325
VERY RARE GEORGIAN SILVER & TORTOISESHELL FRUIT ...
Item Ref
MARS86
This is a rare and exquisite Georgian silver folding silver fruit fork & knife set. Both knife and fork with tortoiseshell handles inset with silver decorations and boasting reeded silver ferrules. Each engraved blade partially hallmarked; ie no maker's mark or date letter, which was very often the case with fruit knives and forks. This is a rarely seen set.
Hallmarks:
Duty Mark (George III)
Lion Passant.
Dimensions:
Fork: 14 cm / 5.4 inches open.
7.5cm / 3 inches closed.
Knife: 13cm / 5.1 inches open.
Condition:
Very good condition for the age.
No damage to the tortoiseshell.
Dual folding spring mechanism in very good working order on the fork a little soft on the knife.
A bit of wear on knife ferrule.
Good clear hallmarks.
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Hallmarks:
Duty Mark (George III)
Lion Passant.
Dimensions:
Fork: 14 cm / 5.4 inches open.
7.5cm / 3 inches closed.
Knife: 13cm / 5.1 inches open.
Condition:
Very good condition for the age.
No damage to the tortoiseshell.
Dual folding spring mechanism in very good working order on the fork a little soft on the knife.
A bit of wear on knife ferrule.
Good clear hallmarks.
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£325
EXQUISITE EDWARDIAN SILVER DUCK PIN CUSHION BY ...
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MARS78
This delightful and unusual Edwardian silver duck pin cushion bears the marks of Sydney & Co and is dated Birmingham 1908. The body with detailed plumage rests on a circular base. The eyes inset with turquoise cabochons, a rare and exquisite detail. The original cushion finished in teal velvet. The underside with green Morocco leather.
Hallmarks:
S&C for Sydney & Co.
Birmingham Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letter "i" for 1908.
RD number
Condition:
Good
Body in good condition, with a few creases commensurate with age.
Dimensions:
Length: 6cm / 2.2 inches.
Height: 3.5cm / 1.3 inches.
Width: 2.5cm / 1 inches.
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Hallmarks:
S&C for Sydney & Co.
Birmingham Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letter "i" for 1908.
RD number
Condition:
Good
Body in good condition, with a few creases commensurate with age.
Dimensions:
Length: 6cm / 2.2 inches.
Height: 3.5cm / 1.3 inches.
Width: 2.5cm / 1 inches.
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£325
FABULOUS ART DECO SILVER AND GUILLOCHE ENAMEL ...
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MARS81
This is a gorgeous silver mounted guilloche enamel circular jewellery box in a vibrant blue colour. The hinged cover opening to reveal the original Royal blue velvet interior and ivory silk lining. Raised on three elegant bracket feet. The base lined with the original black paper.
Hallmarks:
D&F for Deakin & Francis
Birmingham Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letter "A" for 1925.
Condition:
Very good.
Enamel in excellent shiny condition.
On minor scratch barely noticeable and mentioned for accuracy.
Strong hinge.
Sits evenly on flat surface.
Original interior.
Dimensions:
Diameter: 6cm / 2.4 inches.
Height: 3cm / 1.2 inches.
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Hallmarks:
D&F for Deakin & Francis
Birmingham Assay Mark.
Lion Passant.
Date letter "A" for 1925.
Condition:
Very good.
Enamel in excellent shiny condition.
On minor scratch barely noticeable and mentioned for accuracy.
Strong hinge.
Sits evenly on flat surface.
Original interior.
Dimensions:
Diameter: 6cm / 2.4 inches.
Height: 3cm / 1.2 inches.
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£315
RARE FRENCH PALAIS ROYAL ORMOLU MOUNTED BLUE ...
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NOVE78
This stunning and rather rare 19th C. French Palais Royal blue opaline glass casket dates circa 1870. The rich blue opaline glass egg with a central ormulu hinge. The top embellished by a gilt leaf. The egg mounted a beautiful bronze dore tripod satnd applied with leaves.
Palais Royal is a term used to describe, not a single manufacturer, but to a name given to a small area around the Royal Palace that specialised in producing small elaborate works of art and gifts in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Dimensions:
Height: 12cm / 5 inches.
Maximum diameter: 6cm / 2.4 inches.
Postage:
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Palais Royal is a term used to describe, not a single manufacturer, but to a name given to a small area around the Royal Palace that specialised in producing small elaborate works of art and gifts in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Dimensions:
Height: 12cm / 5 inches.
Maximum diameter: 6cm / 2.4 inches.
Postage:
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£315
FABULOUS FRENCH PALAIS ROYAL URANIUM OPALINE GLASS ...
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NOVE77
This divine19th C. French Palais Royal uranium opaline glass casket dates circa 1870. The vivid green opaline glass egg with a central ormulu hinge. The top embellished by a bronze dore finial. The egg encased in a beautiful ormulu mount and sits on an ala baster circular base.
Palais Royal is a term used to describe, not a single manufacturer, but to a name given to a small area around the Royal Palace that specialised in producing small elaborate works of art and gifts in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Dimensions:
Height: 11cm / 4.4 inches.
Maximum diameter: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.
Base diameter: 6cm / 2.4 inches.
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Palais Royal is a term used to describe, not a single manufacturer, but to a name given to a small area around the Royal Palace that specialised in producing small elaborate works of art and gifts in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Dimensions:
Height: 11cm / 4.4 inches.
Maximum diameter: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.
Base diameter: 6cm / 2.4 inches.
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£315
VERY RARE GEORGIAN SILVER FILIGREE THIMBLE/TAPE MEASURE ...
Item Ref
DEC97
This exquisite and very unusual Georgian silver thimble/ tape measure combination dates circa 1800. The thimble with drum-shaped filigree body surrounding a vacant cartouche. The base of the thimble screwing onto the conforming drum-shaped tape measure. The tape measure with domed winder and suspension loop. Retaining its original silk tape. The tape starting at 4 inches (it incurred a little loss in the last 225 years!)
Hallmarks:
Unmarked as is practically always the case with filigree items, but tested as silver.
Dimensions:
Height: 5.5cm / 2,.2 inches.
Maximum diameter: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches.
Condition:
Very good
No damage to the filigree work.
Winding mechanism still working.
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Hallmarks:
Unmarked as is practically always the case with filigree items, but tested as silver.
Dimensions:
Height: 5.5cm / 2,.2 inches.
Maximum diameter: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches.
Condition:
Very good
No damage to the filigree work.
Winding mechanism still working.
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£295
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