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Rare Pair of Lobster Claw Silver Menu Holders - Mordan
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Rare Pair of Lobster Claw Silver Menu Holders - Mordan

1900 - 1920
Sold 15 March 2025 · Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
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A novelty pair of rare lobster claw silver menu holders made by Sampson Mordan Chester 1906 register design number 435947. Lovely quality.

H 4 cm

Diameter 3 cm

Date of Manufacture

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated these Silver Menu Holders to the 1900s.

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A novelty pair of rare lobster claw silver menu holders made by Sampson Mordan Chester 1906 register design number 435947. Lovely quality.

H 4 cm

Diameter 3 cm

Date of Manufacture

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated these Silver Menu Holders to the 1900s.

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SA1101408
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

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A pair of polished sterling silver menu holders shaped like lobster claws mounted on circular bases.
Rare pair of lobster claw silver menu holders - Mordan
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A pair of polished sterling silver menu holders shaped like lobster claws mounted on circular bases.
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  • ObjectTableware
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsLobster claw design, Circular weighted base, Hallmarked metalwork

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Silver menu holders became popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods as formal dining grew increasingly elaborate, requiring designated cards for multi-course meals.

These pieces are typically crafted from sterling silver using casting and hand-finishing techniques, often featuring weighted bases to support card placement securely.

Authenticity is determined by examining hallmarks stamped on the silver, which indicate the maker, assay office, and year of manufacture, alongside period-appropriate weight and construction.

These small decorative objects can be repurposed as card displays on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or desk, adding a touch of historical detail to contemporary spaces.

Silver should be cleaned infrequently using a specialized non-abrasive silver cloth to maintain the patina, avoiding harsh liquid dips that can damage intricate details.
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