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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Dragon Peppers
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Dragon Peppers

19th century
For Sale by AC Silver
Description

An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual and rare pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver dragon peppers; an addition to our 19th century silver cruets/condiments collection.

These exceptional and unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver peppers have been modelled in the form of dragon's heads.

The surface of each piece is embellished with embossed decoration, replicating the ribbed texture of the neck and anatomical features.

The posterior surface of each pepper incorporates scales and a protruding spine.

The head of each silver dragon is embellished with pierced 'pepper' holes.

Both the pepper cellars are fitted with screw fit stoppers to the underside of the base.

These rare peppers were crafted by the Sheffield silversmiths James Dixon & Son bear hallmarks pertaining to 1848 and 1855.

These exceptional and unusual Victorian silver cruets are the finest of their type you could hope to acquire.

Condition

These antique 19th century silver peppers are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The embossed decoration is all very sharp.

Full hallmarks to the surface of each base are very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these rare silver dragon peppers.

Dimensions

Height 6.6cm/2.6'

Length from tip of nose to back 4.8cm/1.89'

Width 3.4cm/1.34'

Weight

3.8 troy ounces/117.4g

Maker: James Dixon & Son

Date: 1848 / 1855

Origin: Sheffield, England

A video is available upon request.

Declaration

AC Silver has dated these Sterling Silver Dragon Peppers to the 1850s.

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C8519
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Description
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual and rare pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver dragon peppers; an addition to our 19th century silver cruets/condiments collection.
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These exceptional and unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver peppers have been modelled in the form of dragon's heads.
AC Silver
fig 1. A pair of antique Victorian sterling silver pepper casters sculpted in the form of detailed dragon heads.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Dragon Peppers

The surface of each piece is embellished with embossed decoration, replicating the ribbed texture of the neck and anatomical features.

The posterior surface of each pepper incorporates scales and a protruding spine.

fig 2. A pair of antique Victorian sterling silver pepper casters sculpted in the form of detailed dragon heads.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Dragon Peppers

The head of each silver dragon is embellished with pierced 'pepper' holes.

Both the pepper cellars are fitted with screw fit stoppers to the underside of the base.

These rare peppers were crafted by the Sheffield silversmiths James Dixon & Son bear hallmarks pertaining to 1848 and 1855.

fig 3. A pair of antique Victorian sterling silver pepper casters sculpted in the form of detailed dragon heads.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Dragon Peppers

These exceptional and unusual Victorian silver cruets are the finest of their type you could hope to acquire.

Condition

These antique 19th century silver peppers are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

fig 4. A pair of antique Victorian sterling silver pepper casters sculpted in the form of detailed dragon heads.
fig 4. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Dragon Peppers

The embossed decoration is all very sharp.

Full hallmarks to the surface of each base are very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these rare silver dragon peppers.

fig 5. A pair of antique Victorian sterling silver pepper casters sculpted in the form of detailed dragon heads.
fig 5. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Dragon Peppers

Dimensions

Height 6.6cm/2.6'

Length from tip of nose to back 4.8cm/1.89'

Width 3.4cm/1.34'

Weight

3.8 troy ounces/117.4g

Maker: James Dixon & Son

Date: 1848 / 1855

Origin: Sheffield, England

A video is available upon request.

Date of Manufacture

AC Silver has dated these Sterling Silver Dragon Peppers to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1064859
Dealers Internal Ref
C8519
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A pair of antique Victorian sterling silver pepper casters sculpted in the form of detailed dragon heads.
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Novelty silver pepper casters are functional dining accessories designed in decorative, sculptural forms such as animals, birds, or mythical figures. Popularised during the 19th century, these items combined utilitarian table service with artistic craftsmanship and playful design themes.

Victorian pepper pots were typically crafted from sterling silver, Sheffield plate, or silver-plated base metals. High-grade items were constructed from solid sterling silver using casting, chasing, and engraving techniques to create intricate surface texture and detail.

Authentic British sterling silver pieces feature official assay office hallmarks, including the lion passant mark for silver purity, a town mark, a date letter, and a makers mark. Victorian silver also frequently carries a duty mark depicting the profile of Queen Victoria.

Sculptural silver table accessories function as conversation pieces on formal dining tables, sideboards, or bar carts. They can be displayed alongside contemporary glassware or contrasting wooden trays to emphasize their polished metallic finish.

Clean sterling silver using a soft silver polishing cloth or specialized silver foam, wiping gently along the contours to avoid removing chased details. Ensure all salt or pepper residues are completely emptied and dried before long-term storage, as mineral salts can cause localized corrosion.
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