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Very Large Pair of Old Sheffield Plated Communion Chalices 1845
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Very Large Pair of Old Sheffield Plated Communion Chalices 1845

19th century
Sold 15 June 2025 · David Pickett Antiques
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Description

This very large fine pair of communion chalices are made of Old Sheffield Plate. Bearing no makers marks but visibly seamed. Both chalices have inlaid silver cartouches and are engraved for 'Presented by the Ladies of the Congregation to the Members of the Free Church in Saltcoats under the Ministry of the Revd David Landborough 1845.' Lovely statuesque pieces.

In good condition with slight surface wear and some copper bleed to the raised edges.

Total weight approx 1kg.

Height approx 22cm

Diameter at rim approx 11.5cm

Base diameter approx 11cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated these Sheffield Plated Communion Chalices to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1108816
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Description
This very large fine pair of communion chalices are made of Old Sheffield Plate. Bearing no makers marks but visibly seamed. Both chalices have inlaid silver cartouches and are engraved for 'Presented by the Ladies of the Congregation to the Members of the Free Church in Saltcoats under the Ministry of the Revd David Landborough 1845.' Lovely statuesque pieces.

In good condition with slight surface wear and some copper bleed to the raised edges.

Total weight approx 1kg.

Height approx 22cm

Diameter at rim approx 11.5cm

Base diameter approx 11cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated these Sheffield Plated Communion Chalices to the 19th Century.

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1108816
David Pickett Antiques
David Pickett Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2020

Specialists in old sheffield plate

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A pair of large, polished silver-plated communion chalices featuring flared bowls, knopped stems, circular footed bases, and engraved dedications. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of large, polished silver-plated communion chalices featuring flared bowls, knopped stems, circular footed bases, and engraved dedications. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Very Large Pair of Old Sheffield Plated Communion Chalices 1845

Archive II A pair of large, polished silver-plated communion chalices featuring flared bowls, knopped stems, circular footed bases, and engraved dedications. View II
Archive III A pair of large, polished silver-plated communion chalices featuring flared bowls, knopped stems, circular footed bases, and engraved dedications. View III
Archive IV A pair of large, polished silver-plated communion chalices featuring flared bowls, knopped stems, circular footed bases, and engraved dedications. View IV
Archive V A pair of large, polished silver-plated communion chalices featuring flared bowls, knopped stems, circular footed bases, and engraved dedications. View V
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David Pickett Antiques

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A pair of large, polished silver-plated communion chalices featuring flared bowls, knopped stems, circular footed bases, and engraved dedications.
Very Large Pair of Old Sheffield Plated Communion Chalices 1845
Ref: SA1108816
A pair of large, polished silver-plated communion chalices featuring flared bowls, knopped stems, circular footed bases, and engraved dedications.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChalices
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSheffield Plate, Copper, Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFlared bowl, Knopped stem, Stepped foot, Engraved inscription
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 11.5 cm (5 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

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Old Sheffield Plate is an early form of silver plating created by fusing a layer of silver onto a copper core, predominantly manufactured from the mid-18th century until the mid-19th century when electroplating was introduced.

These items were typically constructed using a base metal core, most commonly copper or a copper alloy, which was then fused with a thin sheet of sterling silver, often featuring lead-soldered joints and weighted bases.

Authentic pieces often exhibit tiny areas of copper bleed-through where the silver layer has worn thin over raised edges, visible seams on fused edges, and lack the stark, uniform brightness typical of modern electroplate.

These items can be displayed as statement decorative objects on sideboards or within glass-fronted cabinets, adding historic texture and metallic contrast to contemporary or transitional spaces.

They should be cleaned sparingly using non-abrasive, specialised silver dips or cloths designed for plated items to avoid wearing away the thin silver layer, and stored in low-humidity environments.
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