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Copper Helmet Coal Scuttle
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Copper Helmet Coal Scuttle

19th century
Sold by Elmgarden
Sold 28 December 2025 · Elmgarden
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Copper Helmet Coal Scuttle

This bucket is a very attractive helmet shape, it is made in beaten Copper with riveted hooped brass handles

The Scuttle is in good used condition, it has no faults just lots of character and is ready to go to work and grace your fireside at the same time

The Bucket is 15” tall including the handle, 13” long and 11” wide

SC176

Physical Dimensions
Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Copper Helmet Coal Scuttle to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1045725
Dealers Internal Reference
SC176
Description
Copper Helmet Coal Scuttle
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This bucket is a very attractive helmet shape, it is made in beaten Copper with riveted hooped brass handles.
Elmgarden

The Scuttle is in good used condition, it has no faults just lots of character and is ready to go to work and grace your fireside at the same time

The Bucket is 15” tall including the handle, 13” long and 11” wide

SC176

Height
38cm (14.96")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
34cm (13.39")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Copper Helmet Coal Scuttle to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1045725
Dealers Internal Ref
SC176
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A vintage helmet-shaped copper coal scuttle featuring a curved brass handle and riveted construction.
Copper Helmet Coal Scuttle
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A vintage helmet-shaped copper coal scuttle featuring a curved brass handle and riveted construction.
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  • ObjectFireside Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCopper, Brass
  • ColourCopper
  • MotifsFlared helmet rim, Swivelling handle, Riveted joints, Footed base
  • SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 34 cm (13 in)

A helmet coal scuttle is a traditional fireside container shaped like a classical helmet, designed specifically for holding and transporting coal to domestic fireplaces during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

They were typically fashioned from sheet copper or brass, often featuring hand-beaten bodies, riveted seams, cast brass swing handles, and a footed base for stability on hearths.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-appropriate manufacturing techniques such as hand-cut dovetailing or old hand-riveting, genuine age-related patination, and wear consistent with regular use rather than artificial distress.

These metal vessels can be placed beside a fireplace to hold logs or kindling, or repurposed in living spaces as standalone decorative planters or umbrella stands.

Maintenance involves dusting with a soft cloth and occasionally cleaning with a mild, non-abrasive metal cleaner only if the removal of active dirt is necessary, while generally preserving the natural historical patination.
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