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Antique Egg Cup Carousel, English, Silver Plate, Breakfast Service, Victorian
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Antique Egg Cup Carousel, English, Silver Plate, Breakfast Service, Victorian

19th century
Sold 24 January 2026 · London Fine Antiques
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Description

This is an antique egg cup carousel. An English, silver plated breakfast service by Mappin and Webb, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Superb 6-person breakfast centrepiece, with eye-catching decoration

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Silver plated stand presents bright silver tones throughout

Offers a set of 6 egg cups and matching number of spoons

Set upon small props, each cup sits neatly around the edge of the base

Each of the silver spoons rests within a bracket upon the central support

Fascinating handle hosts a figural green man mask motif

Sheffield hallmarks to each spoon, with date letter F for 1898

This is a striking antique egg cup carousel, offering a desirable touch of glamour to the breakfast table. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 21.5cm (8.5'')

Max Depth: 21.5cm (8.5'')

Max Height: 26.5cm (10.5'')

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Our Ref: 24531

Physical Dimensions
Height
26.5cm (10.43")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Plate Egg Cruet to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1086664
Dealers Internal Reference
24531
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Description
This is an antique egg cup carousel.
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An English, silver plated breakfast service by Mappin and Webb, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.
London Fine Antiques

Superb 6-person breakfast centrepiece, with eye-catching decoration

fig 1. An ornate Victorian silver-plated egg cruet featuring a central carrying ring, six matching egg cups, and integrated spoons resting upon a shaped base.
fig 1. Antique Egg Cup Carousel, English, Silver Plate, Breakfast Service, Victorian

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Silver plated stand presents bright silver tones throughout

Offers a set of 6 egg cups and matching number of spoons

Set upon small props, each cup sits neatly around the edge of the base

fig 2. An ornate Victorian silver-plated egg cruet featuring a central carrying ring, six matching egg cups, and integrated spoons resting upon a shaped base.
fig 2. Antique Egg Cup Carousel, English, Silver Plate, Breakfast Service, Victorian

Each of the silver spoons rests within a bracket upon the central support

Fascinating handle hosts a figural green man mask motif

Sheffield hallmarks to each spoon, with date letter F for 1898

This is a striking antique egg cup carousel, offering a desirable touch of glamour to the breakfast table. Delivered ready to enjoy.

fig 3. An ornate Victorian silver-plated egg cruet featuring a central carrying ring, six matching egg cups, and integrated spoons resting upon a shaped base.
fig 3. Antique Egg Cup Carousel, English, Silver Plate, Breakfast Service, Victorian

Dimensions:

Max Width: 21.5cm (8.5'')

Max Depth: 21.5cm (8.5'')

Max Height: 26.5cm (10.5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

fig 4. An ornate Victorian silver-plated egg cruet featuring a central carrying ring, six matching egg cups, and integrated spoons resting upon a shaped base.
fig 4. Antique Egg Cup Carousel, English, Silver Plate, Breakfast Service, Victorian

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24531

Height
26.5cm (10.43")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Plate Egg Cruet to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1086664
Dealers Internal Ref
24531
London Fine Antiques
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An ornate Victorian silver-plated egg cruet featuring a central carrying ring, six matching egg cups, and integrated spoons resting upon a shaped base.
Antique Egg Cup Carousel, English, Silver Plate, Breakfast Service, Victorian
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An ornate Victorian silver-plated egg cruet featuring a central carrying ring, six matching egg cups, and integrated spoons resting upon a shaped base.
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  • ObjectTableware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver Plate
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsCast handle, Embossed border, Scalloped base
  • SizeH 26.5 cm (10 in) x W 21.5 cm (8 in) x D 21.5 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Victorian egg cruets gained popularity during the 19th century as formal breakfast dining became an elaborate affair in middle and upper-class households. These multi-piece table services were designed to hold boiled eggs, spoons, and sometimes salt or condiments in a central, accessible frame.

These items are typically constructed from a base metal, such as nickel silver or Britannia metal, which is then electroplated with a layer of silver. Artisans often utilised casting, chasing, and repousse techniques to decorate the stands and cups with intricate floral or classical motifs.

Authentic pieces generally display period makers marks, hallmarks, or quality indicators such as EPNS (Electro-Plated Nickel Silver) stamped into the metal. Additionally, genuine antique silver plate exhibits natural wear patterns and a softer lustre compared to modern mirror-finish reproductions.

This piece can be utilised as a striking decorative centrepiece on a dining table, sideboard, or open shelving unit to introduce metallic contrast and historical character. Its reflective surface complements both minimalist modern settings and traditional maximalist dining spaces.

Silver plate should be cleaned gently using a non-abrasive silver polish and a soft microfibre cloth to avoid removing the thin layer of plating. Store the item in a dry, temperature-controlled environment away from direct sunlight and harsh chemicals to minimise tarnishing.
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