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Nothing sets off a dining table setting or a display cabinet more than a beautiful selection of antique silver items, freshly polished and full of s…

Nothing sets off a dining table setting or a display cabinet more than a beautiful selection of antique silver items, freshly polished and full of sparkle.

As specialists in antique silver, our enormous collection of items includes everything from antique silver kitchen and dining sets, such as silver jugs, sugar bowls, silver cruets and of course silver tea sets and coffee sets, through to more varied sterling silver items, including such things as silver cigarette holders, silver tankards and silver biscuit barrels.

Across the Ages but Never Losing Its Shine - Antique Silver

Many of the antique silver items we offer for sale date back several centuries and we have items such as antique silver salt cellars from the George III period or a 19th century antique silver cup and cover from Ireland. Silver claret jugs are another popular item which are always in demand and, leaving food and drink to one side for a moment, we also have the occasional antique silver scent bottle on offer too.

Great Antique Silver from Great Names in History

We also have some fine work from renowned 18th and early 19th century silversmiths such as Paul Storr and Hester Bateman. Their work is sought after and in demand but we always try to have a choice of pieces available for the discerning customer to view and consider as a purchase.

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Antique Paul Storr Large William IV Silver Tray Salver by 1837 19th Century

Antique Paul Storr Large William IV Silver Tray Salver by 1837 19th Century

This is a wonderful English antique William IV sterling silver tray, or salver, by the world famous silversmith Paul Storr. It has clear hallmarks for London 1837 the makers mark of Paul Storr and is also engraved Storr & Mortimer 36, they were Goldsmiths and Jewellers to Her Majesty’ (1822-1839). It is typical of his work with the octafoil shape and the exquisitely detailed foliate and acorn rim. It is raised on four delightful foliate and shell scroll feet. The centre is engraved with a shield shaped coat of arms encompassing the lion rampant which I have had researched:   The Arms of the Family of King The arms as engraved upon this William IV English Sterling Silver Footed Salver by Paul Storr hallmarked London 1837 are those of the family of King. They may be blazoned as follows: Arms: Sable a lion rampant between three crosses formy fitchy argent Undoubtedly this salver was in the possession of a gentleman who was member of a family bearing the name of King. There are a number of variants of these armorial bearings being borne by King families. Very often the lion is of a different tincture but the field of the shield is invariably remains ‘sable’. Similar arms and crest were recorded by Sir Edward Bysshe, Clarenceux King of Arms in his Visitation of the County of Kent of 1663 to the family of King, of Bromley. The tinctures of both arms and crest of King, of Bromley were slightly different to those engraved upon this tureen in that the Visitation family’s arms were ‘Sable a lion rampant ermine between three crosses paty fitchy or’ 1 and the crest ‘A lion’s gamb erect and erased sable holding a cross paty fitchy or’(see illustration below). These arms and crest were granted by Sir Edward Walker, Garter King of Arms on the 20th February 1660 – 61; and yet another Kentish family of King, of Bellevue who were created Baronets within the Baronetage of Great Britain in 1792 bore for their arms ‘Sable a lion rampant erminois between three crosses paty fitchy or’. Their crest being the same as the family of King, of Bromley.   There is no mistaking its unique quality and design, which is sure to make it a treasured piece by any discerning collector. Please see potos of the 2nd Baronet Timothy Shelley, 1753-1844 and Castle Goring, his home.   Condition: In excellent condition with clear hallmarks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.  

Dimensions in cm:

Height 4 x Width 44 x Depth 44

Weight 63 troy oz

Dimensions in inches:

Height 2 inches x Width 1 foot, 5 inches x Depth 1 foot, 5 inches

Weight 1.96 kg
£6,750.00
Ref: A2354
Antique Paul Storr Large William IV Silver Tray Salver 1820 19th Century

Antique Paul Storr Large William IV Silver Tray Salver 1820 19th Century

This is a wonderful English antique William IV sterling silver tray, or salver, by the world famous silversmith Paul Storr. It has clear hallmarks for London 1820 the makers mark of Paul Storr. It is typical of his work with the octafoil shape and the exquisitely detailed reeded  rim, and it is raised on four delightful foliate and shell scroll feet. The centre is engraved with a shield shaped coat of arms which I have had researched.   The Marital Arms of Knollis and Hallifax The armorial bearings as engraved upon this George IV Large English Sterling Silver Footed Salver by Paul Storr hallmarked London 1820 are those of the family of Knollis with Hallifax in pretence. These armorial bearings denote the marshalling of a marital coat showing the arms of the husband over the entire surface of the shield, whilst the arms of the wife (as an heraldic heiress) are placed on a small shield (known as an escutcheon of pretence) centrally on the husband’s arms. They may be blazoned as follows:  Arms: Quarterly 1st and 4th Azure crusily of cross crosslets a cross moline voided or (for Knollys) 2nd and 3rd Gules on a chevron argent three roses of the field barbed proper (for Knollys) over all an escutcheon of pretence Or on a pile engrailed sable between two fountains barry wavy of six argent and azure three cross crosslets of the first (for Hallifax) Crest: An elephant argent [differenced with a mullet1 ] (for Knollys) Motto: In utrumque paratus [Prepared for either] (for Knollys) These armorial bearings undoubtedly commemorate the marriage of The Honourable and Reverend Francis Knollis2 (baptised 3rd January 1743 died 27th February 1826), 1 The cadency mark for a third son of a family. 2 Francis appears to have preferred this spelling of his family’s surname. It is spelt as it is to be pronounced. of Burford in the County of Oxfordshire and of Eastleach Martin in the County of Gloucestershire and Mary Hallifax (baptised 5th March 1753 buried 18th December 1830). Francis and Mary were married at the Parish Church of St Mary, Ewell in the County of Surrey on the 9th June 1772. Francis was the third son of Charles Knollys (the titular 5th Earl of Banbury) 3 and his wife, Martha Hughes, whilst Mary was the daughter of The Reverend James Hallifax, of Ewell aforesaid and his wife, Elizabeth Chardavoyn. 3 Francis’s father claimed to be the 5th Earl of Banbury. A claim that continued to be pursued by the family until William Knollys, the titular 8th Earl of Banbury (born 1763 died 1834) was forced to discontinue its use by a resolution of the House of Lords which rejected his claim to the earldom in 1813. The crest surmounts a detailed dedication: This piece of plate was presented to the Honourable Rev Knolls by the inhabitants of the town and immediate neighbourhood of Burford on his completing the fiftieth year of his incumbency as the vicar of Burford. In testimony of their high respect  11th April 1821 There is no mistaking its unique quality and design, which is sure to make it a treasured piece by any discerning collector.   Condition: In excellent condition with clear hallmarks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.  

Dimensions in cm:

Height 3 x Width 36 x Depth 36

Weight 49 troy oz

Dimensions in inches:

Height 1 inch x Width 1 foot, 2 inches x Depth 1 foot, 2 inches

Weight 1.52 kg
£5,750.00
Ref: A2359
Antique Sterling Silver Punch Bowl Walker & Hall 1893 19th C

Antique Sterling Silver Punch Bowl Walker & Hall 1893 19th C

This is a large gorgeous antique Victorian sterling silver punch bowl bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmiths Walker & Hall and hallmarks for Sheffield 1893.   This exquisite punch bowl is also ideal as a champagne cooler and it has beautiful and incredibly detailed embossed half fluted decoration and is raised on a pedestal foot.   This is truly a special item and it will attract the maximum amount of attention, the quality and craftsmanship are undeniable.    Condition: In excellent condition with clear hallmarks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.  

Dimensions in cm:

Height 15 x Width 26 x Depth 26 & Weight 0.87 kg

Dimensions in inches:

Height 6 inches x Width 10 inches x Depth 10 inches & Weight 1.9 lbs
£1,950.00
Ref: A2349
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Jewellery Box Casket H. Matthews 19th C

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Jewellery Box Casket H. Matthews 19th C

This is a lovely antique Victorian sterling silver jewellery casket / pin cushion bearing the  makers mark of H.Matthews, and hallmarks for Birmingham 1899. The hinged lid is fitted with a navy velvet pin cushion. The rectangular casket is chased with cherubs in cartouches surrounded by scrolls and foliage. The lift up lid reveals an interior clad with  the original blue velvet..   Add this elegant box to your prized collection.     Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 6.5 x Width 16 x Depth 8.5

Dimensions in inches:

Height 3 inches x Width 6 inches x Depth 3 inches
£375.00
Ref: X0095
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Sugar Caster William Batt & Sons 1860 19th C

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Sugar Caster William Batt & Sons 1860 19th C

A large beautiful Victorian silver plated sugar caster made by William Batt & Sons Ltd, circa 1860 in date.   It features typical baluster form and is embossed with lavish decoration of lattice work and scrolls, the pierced pull-off lid with similar decoration and scrolling finial.   Condition:   In really excellent condition with clear makers marks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 23 x Width 10 x Depth 10

Dimensions in inches:

Height 9 inches x Width 4 inches x Depth 4 inches
£175.00
Ref: 06397a
Antique Silver George III Tureen William Bennett 1808 Birchall and Hayne 19th C

Antique Silver George III Tureen William Bennett 1808 Birchall and Hayne 19th C

This is a beautiful antique English George III sterling silver tureen and lid, with hallmarks for London 1808 and the makers mark WB for William Bennett. The tureen is beautiful in its simplicity. There is an engraved crest and a fabulous coat of arms which I have had researched: The Marital Arms of Families of Birchall and Hayne   The arms as engraved upon this George III English Sterling Silver Tureen by William Bennett hallmarked London 1808 are those of Birchall impaling Hayne.  These armorial bearings denote the marshalling of a marital coat showing on the dexter (the heraldic right on the left as you view the piece) the arms of the husband and on the sinister (the heraldic left on the right as you view it) the arms of the wife.  These armorial bearings may be blazoned as follows: Arms: (on the dexter)                        Argent on a chevron between three cross crosslets fitchy sable as many fleurs de lis of the first (for Birchall) (on the sinister)                       Or on a fess gules three bezants in chief a greyhound courant proper (for Hayne) Crest:                                       A lion rampant azure supporting a tree vert (for Birchall) Upon the balance of probability and without any evidence to the contrary these armorial bearings commemorate the marriage of an unnamed gentleman of the Birchall family who hailed from the Counties of Chester and Stafford to an unnamed daughter of a family of the Hayne family around the date of the manufacture and hallmarking of this particular piece.  It is supposed that the Birchalls took their name from Birchill in the County of Cheshire this being the original spelling of the name. The style of the engraving of both arms and crest are contemporary with the date cited.  It is a lovely piece which would be appreciated by both collectors and those who would like to use it at their next dinner party. Condition: In excellent condition with clear hallmarks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.  

Dimensions in cm:

Height 28 x Width 40 x Depth 24 & Weight 67 troy oz

Dimensions in inches:

Height 11 inches x Width 1 foot, 4 inches x Depth 9 inches & Weight 2.08 kg
£5,500.00
Ref: A1590
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Gilt and Cut Crystal Claret Jug 1873 19th C

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Gilt and Cut Crystal Claret Jug 1873 19th C

This is a wonderful Antique Victorian sterling silver-gilt  mounted claret jug,  with makers mark for W&G Sissons and hallmarks for Sheffield 1873. The silver-gilt mounted claret jug, beautifully chased and etched with strapwork and fruiting vine, the hinged cover with a pierced thumbpiece, it features a wonderful scroll cast silver handle and an elegant clear cut crystal body with magnificent vine and strapwork decoration and  a star-cut flat base.   The lid is impressed with full hallmarks. There is no mistaking its unique quality and design, which is sure to make it a treasured piece by any discerning collector. Condition: In excellent condition with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.  

Dimensions in cm:

Height 26 x Width 18 x Depth 13

Dimensions in inches:

Height 10 inches x Width 7 inches x Depth 5 inches
£2,150.00
Ref: A1390
Antique Sterling Silver Tureen by Marc Jacquard Retailed by Bulgari Circa 1810

Antique Sterling Silver Tureen by Marc Jacquard Retailed by Bulgari Circa 1810

This is a magnificent antique French sterling silver soup tureen and lid, retailed by Bulgari Rome with hallmarks for the maker Marc Jacquard  and Circa 1810 in date.   This round Silver Serving Tureen has Rococo elements perfectly accenting the elegant body, with bold scroll handles decorated with foliate and floral ornamentation and stands on a pedestal foot with an encircled border. It features an exceptional cast floral and fruit bouquet finial on the lid.   The tureen is beautiful in its simplicity and comes with its own vintage luxury case labelled Bulgari.       Condition:   In excellent condition with clear hallmarks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 28 x Width 37 x Depth 29

Weight 76 troy oz

Dimensions in inches:

Height 11 inches x Width 1 foot, 3 inches x Depth 11 inches

Weight 2.36 kg
£4,750.00
Ref: A1364
Antique Pair of French Silver Salts as Garden Wheelbarrows 19th Century

Antique Pair of French Silver Salts as Garden Wheelbarrows 19th Century

This is a charming pair of  antique French silver novelty table salt condiments in the form of garden wheelbarrows, dating from the late 19th Century.   Each wheel barrow having 'C' scroll Rococo style decoration to the bodies with shaped handles and a functioning wheel. Both table salts having a silver shovel of typical form.   This pair will make a fine addition to any antique silver collection as well as enriching your dining experience.       Condition:   In excellent condition, marks rubbed,  with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:

Height 5 x Width 9 x Depth 9 & Weight 7 troy oz

Dimensions in inches:

Height 2 inches x Width 3 inches x Depth 3 inches & Weight 0.22 kg
£750.00
Ref: A1037
Antique Set of 3 Sterling Silver Candlesticks William Gibson & John Langman 1895

Antique Set of 3 Sterling Silver Candlesticks William Gibson & John Langman 1895

This is a wonderful set of three antique English Victorian sterling silver candlesticks bearing the makers' marks of the renowned silversmiths William Gibson & John Langman, London, and dating 1895.   Each of these splendid classically style candlesticks features an exquisite oval urn-shaped nozzle on stylish knopped and tapering stems.    They retain their original detachable push fit sconces with beautiful reed decoration to the rim.   The attractive oval weighted bases replicate the shaped form of the sconces and are similarly embellished with reed decorations to the edges.   Each candlestick bears the full hallmarks: Lion passant for sterling silver, the lion head for London, the letter 'U' for 1895, the makers' marks 'WG JD' for 'William Gibson & John Langman' as well as the British Registry Design number 'Rd 273055' and a further registration number '11542'.   Provenance: Presented to Ella Sieveking on her marriage. She studied art at the Slade School with Hubert Herkomer and became the first woman Vice President of Morley College, Lambeth.   Add a classic elegant element to your dining experience with these high quality and very tasteful antique candlesticks.   Condition: In excellent condition with clear hallmarks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.  

Dimensions in cm:

Height 19 x Width 10 x Depth 8

Dimensions in inches:

Height 7 inches x Width 4 inches x Depth 3 inches
£2,150.00

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