A Pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks from the late Victorian Era. Hallmarked in Sheffield, 1899, by William Hutton & Sons. Dimensions; 5.75" high x 3" square base. Some minor dings, but in very good condition.
An enamel 800 silver enamel snuffbox or snuff box depicting the German resort city of Bad Ems. It measures 1-15/16" x 1-3/8". The lid is slightly convex and it is just under 5/8" deep/tall. The top of the hinged oval box features a completely hand enameled aerial scenic view of the city. It takes a enamelist of some training and skill, as not only must they be able to depict the view properly in enamel, but know how the enamel reacts when it is fired, as the colors change...
A Georgian Sterling Silver Tea Set by Samuel Hennell (son of Robert). Hallmarked London, 1812/1815. It is of fluted design, stands on ball feet, and has gadroon detailing to the rims. The teapot is marked 1812 and the sugar and creamer 1815, all of identical design. The sugar bowl and cream jug have gilded interiors. Total weight 34.7 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.
An Early George III Sterling Silver Porringer or Caudle Cup. Assayed in London, 1769, by William and James Priest. Dimensions; 4" high x 4" in diameter, 6.5" to handles. Weight; 9.6 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.
A George III Silver Toddy or Punch Ladle, with a Half Spiral Twist Baleen (whalebone)Handle with a Silver Tip at the End. Hallmarked in London, 1811, with makers mark "EM" for Elizabeth Morley, Widow of Thomas Morely, Silversmith. Dimension; 14.75" length. Some wear on edge of bowl, but in very good shape.
A Scottish Footed Silver Bowl, probably used for Sugar. The Marks are rubbed, but it is likely Glasgow, with maker probably Alexander Gairdner c. 1777. Dimensions; 4.75" diameter x ;5" high x 3.5" diameter at foot; weight, a heavy 9.6 Troy ounces. Excellent condition.
A matching pair of American coin silver 3-3/4" master salt spoons, made and stamped with the Albert Coles hallmarks (in business 1835-75). The marks are slightly worn, but still clearly visible (more so than our picture). These spoons have a CAG monogram, and they are in excellent vintage condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
Antique late 19th century beautifully executed with fine detail bronze sculpture of Napoleon Bonaparte, in a standing pose with crossed arms, wearing his uniform of Colonel of Chasseurs Cheval de la Garde Imperial, with the Legion of Honour Order. A stepped plinth, with a ormolu plaque, bearing the coat of arms of Guatemala.
MEASUREMENTS: 31 cm (12 1/4 in)...
A 19thC Davis Bros. sterling silver napkin ring. This 1-7/8" diameter and 1-1/4" wide late 19th century sterling silver napkin ring is stamped DAVIS BROS. and STERLING. There are a number of American silversmiths/firms with the name Davis, also a Toronto manufacturing firm of that name. It could possibly also refer to a retailer. It has a script AC(?) monogram, it weighs a substantial 40 grams, and it is in excellent vintage condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
A Matched Set of Six Georgian Silver Coffee Spoons, in the Old English Pattern, with Feather Edges; Hallmarked for London,1792, with the makers mark of IL, for John Lamb. Dimensions; 4.75" long and weight of 2.1 T ounces. Excellent condition.
A Matched Set of Six Sterling Silver Georgian Dessert Spoons; Hallmarked in London, 1772, with the makers mark of WF, for William Fearn. The pattern is Old English with feather edges Dimensions 6.75", weight 7.3 T ounces. Bottom struck marks at narrow part of the stem, typical of the time, but somewhat indistinct. In excellent condition.
An Extra Large Set of Victorian Sterling Fish Servers with Carved Ivory Handles. Made by Hillard & Thomason, Birmingham, England, 1872. Dimensions; Knife, 13.5" x 2", fork, 10.5" x 2.5". Fork and Knife are All Sterling Silver. properly marked, except for the Ivory Handles. Excellent condition.
A Large Water Pitcher in Sterling Silver by Mauser Manufacturing (eventually becoming part of Gorham, in 1913), circa 1895. Dimensions; 11.25" high x 9.5" wide; weight an impressive 33.5 ounces standard, 30.5 ounces Troy. Marked 5 Pint and model 2412A. Slight crimping between the base and body (see picture) possibly from an old repair. Otherwise in excellent condition. Monogram (cursive RSG?)
An Art Nouveau sterling silver overlay 5" trivet or table stand 1900-10. This tableware item has thick hand-engraved silver overlay applied to the round glass disc. It is stamped STERLING on the edge and it has a Gothic G monogram. This item is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs...
A sterling silver cherubs brush mirror & comb set 1890 to 1900. This wonderfully ornate Victorian period set consists of the 10" x 3-7/8" mirror, the 9-3/8" x 2-1/2" brush with natural bristles, and the 7-5/8" long comb. Each is hallmarked for Birmingham, England and they have the Thomas Hayes maker's mark; the brush year hallmark is 1890, the comb year hallmark is 1898 and the mirror year hallmark is 1900...
A Sizeable Irish Silver Swing Handled Sugar Basket (or Bonbon Dish) from the Era of George III. Of a Shaped Oval Form with a Reeded Swing Handle on a Large Raised Oval Foot. Engraved Design on the Edge of the Basket and the Foot. Hallmarked in Dublin, in 1799 and Made by Richard Sawyer. Dimensions; 7.25" x 4.5" x 8" high to top of handle. Weight
An Irish Sterling Silver Meat or Game Skewer with a Designed Edge. From 1782 and Hallmarked in Dublin, with the makers mark of MS (possibly Michael Smith). Length; 9.635", weight; 2 ounces. Some wear marks from usage, but in excellent condition.
A Tiffany Bread Basket in Sterling Silver with a Pierced Rim and Ends, from the John Moore II era, 1907-1947. Marked Tiffany & Co. Makers 18198B 2272. Dimensions; 11.75" x 7.75" x 3" high; weight 11 Standard, 10 Troy ounces. Excellent condition