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Antique Victorian Silver & 'Webb' Glass Fish Scent / Perfume Bottle 1884
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Antique Victorian Silver & 'Webb' Glass Fish Scent / Perfume Bottle 1884

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · Robert Bush Antiques
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Description

This is a beautiful and unusual antique Victorian sterling silver & cut glass perfume/scent bottle measuring 6 3/4" (17 cms) long in the style of a fish.

The sterling silver tail lid is hallmarked for London 1884 with the silversmiths mark for Sampson Mordan II.

The glass is made by Thomas Webb & Sons and is marked under the head with the registration number 15711.

The whole item is in super condition with some tiny nibbles to the high points of the glass.

This lovely scent bottle will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Victorian Glass Scent Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1103909
Dealers Internal Reference
9588
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Description
This is a beautiful and unusual antique Victorian sterling silver & cut glass perfume/scent bottle measuring 6 3/4" (17 cms) long in the style of a fish.
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The sterling silver tail lid is hallmarked for London 1884 with the silversmiths mark for Sampson Mordan II.
Robert Bush Antiques
fig 1. A Victorian clear cut glass scent bottle carved in the shape of a fish with a textured sterling silver tail cap.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Silver & 'Webb' Glass Fish Scent / Perfume Bottle 1884

The glass is made by Thomas Webb & Sons and is marked under the head with the registration number 15711.

The whole item is in super condition with some tiny nibbles to the high points of the glass.

This lovely scent bottle will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Victorian Glass Scent Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1103909
Dealers Internal Ref
9588
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Robert Bush Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A Victorian clear cut glass scent bottle carved in the shape of a fish with a textured sterling silver tail cap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Victorian Silver & 'Webb' Glass Fish Scent / Perfume Bottle 1884

Archive II A Victorian clear cut glass scent bottle carved in the shape of a fish with a textured sterling silver tail cap. View II
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Archive X A Victorian clear cut glass scent bottle carved in the shape of a fish with a textured sterling silver tail cap. View X
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Robert Bush Antiques

Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
Location
The Uplands
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jun 2013
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Items Sold 3,636
Robert Bush Antiques
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A Victorian clear cut glass scent bottle carved in the shape of a fish with a textured sterling silver tail cap.
Antique Victorian Silver & 'Webb' Glass Fish Scent / Perfume Bottle 1884
Ref: SA1103909
A Victorian clear cut glass scent bottle carved in the shape of a fish with a textured sterling silver tail cap.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectScent Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCut Glass, Sterling Silver
  • ColourClear, Silver
  • MotifsFish form, diamond cut glass, engraved silver cap
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

FAQs

Popularised during the late 19th century, Victorian novelty scent bottles were designed in whimsical forms such as animals, fish, or everyday objects. These small containers held liquid perfume or smelling salts and were frequently executed in cut glass with precious metal mountings.

These bottles typically feature hand-cut or moulded lead crystal glass combined with sterling silver, silver plate, or gold caps. Mountings often included screw caps, hinged tops, or stoppers crafted using hand-engraving and repousse metalworking techniques.

Authentic pieces generally display genuine silver hallmarks or makers marks on the metal collar or cap, alongside wear consistent with age around the stopper and base. Hand-cut glass pattern variations and hand-tooled metalwork also distinguish original period examples from modern reproductions.

Position the piece on a mirrored tray atop a dressing table, or arrange it inside a glass-fronted display cabinet alongside other antique vanity accessories. Alternatively, display it on a shelf where natural light can illuminate the cut glass detailing.

Clean the exterior glass using a soft, lint-free cloth lightly dampened with warm water and mild liquid soap. Polish the silver components with a dedicated silver polishing cloth, avoiding abrasive cleaners that could damage hallmarks or surrounding glasswork.
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