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George III Pair of Antique Silver Salt Holders, John Emes London 1806
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George III Pair of Antique Silver Salt Holders, John Emes London 1806

18th century
Sold 11 May 2025 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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A beautiful pair of antique George III silver salt bowls. Made in London in 1806 by John Emes. Emes was well known for producing high quality tea and coffee services, his designs were both functional and elegant. These bowls have two handles and have repeating patterns of acanthus leaves and Greek key pattern. There are a full set of hallmarks on the end and are gilded inside. As well as being used for salt they would make ideal bowls for sauces or sweets both could be served using the associated hallmarked spoons. Both bowls are in excellent condition.

WEIGHT; 326 grams or 10.5 ozst.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated these George III Silver Salt Cellars to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1102517
Dealers Internal Reference
7311-053
Description
A beautiful pair of antique George III silver salt bowls. Made in London in 1806 by John Emes.
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Emes was well known for producing high quality tea and coffee services, his designs were both functional and elegant.
Highland Antiques Ltd

These bowls have two handles and have repeating patterns of acanthus leaves and Greek key pattern. There are a full set of hallmarks on the end and are gilded inside. As well as being used for salt they would make ideal bowls for sauces or sweets both could be served using the associated hallmarked spoons. Both bowls are in excellent condition.

WEIGHT; 326 grams or 10.5 ozst.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated these George III Silver Salt Cellars to the Georgian era.

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1102517
Dealers Internal Ref
7311-053
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A pair of rectangular George III silver salt cellars with gilt interiors, cast handles, and classical border motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Pair of Antique Silver Salt Holders, John Emes London 1806

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A pair of rectangular George III silver salt cellars with gilt interiors, cast handles, and classical border motifs.
George III pair of antique silver salt holders, John Emes London 1806
Ref: SA1102517
A pair of rectangular George III silver salt cellars with gilt interiors, cast handles, and classical border motifs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSalt Cellars
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Gilt
  • ColourSilver and Gold
  • MotifsGilt interior, Cast handles, Greek key border, Rectangular footed base
  • SizeH 6 cm (2 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Objects produced during the reign of George III often reflect neoclassical influences, featuring balanced proportions, classical motifs such as egg-and-dart borders, and refined craftsmanship associated with prominent silversmiths of the period.

Georgian holloware and tableware were typically crafted from sterling silver, often featuring hand-chased or cast ornamentation, and frequently finished with an interior layer of gilt (vermeil) to protect the metal from the corrosive effects of salt.

Authentic pieces generally bear clear hallmarks stamped into the metal, which include a makers mark, a standard mark indicating sterling quality, a town mark, and a date letter corresponding to the assay office records.

Silver should be cleaned infrequently using non-abrasive cloths and specialized silver polishes designed to remove tarnish without harming the underlying metal or any existing gilt surfaces, and stored in a dry, low-humidity environment.

These small decorative objects can be displayed upon a dining table center, sideboard top, or within a glass-fronted cabinet to add historical texture and metallic contrast to contemporary table settings.
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