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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack - 1868
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack - 1868

19th century
Sold 16 August 2025 · S & A Marsh
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Description

An extremely heavy antique Victorian sterling silver six sectioned toast rack which is rectangular in shape with wide rounded divisions to house the toast, an elaborate central handle for carrying purposes and resting on four decorative feet. This silver toast rack has been made to an exceptional standard both in quality and design and would look eye catching when used on the breakfast table. It remains in excellent condition.

Height: 19.4 cms (7.6")

Length: 19 cms (7.5")

Width: 9.4 cms (3.7")

Weight: 16.7 troy ounces (520 grams)

It was hallmarked in London for 1868 by William Evans.

Complimentary postage is included within the price of this silver toast rack.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us. Please visit www.marshantiquesilver.com for a wider selection of items.

Date of Manufacture

S & A Marsh has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack to the 1860s.

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SA1113318
Dealers Internal Reference
6385
Description
An extremely heavy antique Victorian sterling silver six sectioned toast rack which is rectangular in shape with wide rounded divisions to house the toast, an elaborate central handle for carrying purposes and resting on four decorative feet.
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This silver toast rack has been made to an exceptional standard both in quality and design and would look eye catching when used on the breakfast table.
S & A Marsh

It remains in excellent condition.

fig 1. An ornate antique Victorian sterling silver toast rack featuring arched dividers, a central ring handle, and decorative scrolled feet.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack - 1868

Height: 19.4 cms (7.6")

Length: 19 cms (7.5")

Width: 9.4 cms (3.7")

Weight: 16.7 troy ounces (520 grams)

It was hallmarked in London for 1868 by William Evans.

Complimentary postage is included within the price of this silver toast rack.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us. Please visit www.marshantiquesilver.com for a wider selection of items.

Date of Manufacture

S & A Marsh has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1113318
Dealers Internal Ref
6385
S & A Marsh
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019
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S & A Marsh is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I An ornate antique Victorian sterling silver toast rack featuring arched dividers, a central ring handle, and decorative scrolled feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack - 1868

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An ornate antique Victorian sterling silver toast rack featuring arched dividers, a central ring handle, and decorative scrolled feet.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack - 1868
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An ornate antique Victorian sterling silver toast rack featuring arched dividers, a central ring handle, and decorative scrolled feet.
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  • ObjectTableware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsArched dividers, Central ring handle, Cast scrolled feet

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Toast racks became popular table accessories in Britain during the late 18th century and reached a height of elaborate craftsmanship during the Victorian era, designed to keep freshly made toast crisp at breakfast by preventing condensation between the slices.

These pieces are typically fabricated from solid sterling silver using traditional silversmithing techniques such as wire-forming, soldering, and hand-chasing, often supported on cast feet and topped with an ornamental loop handle.

Authenticity is verified by inspecting the hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically include a makers mark, a standard mark such as a lion passant for sterling silver, a city assay mark, and a date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

This piece can be displayed on a sideboard, used as a functional tabletop accessory for holding letters or napkins, or incorporated into a curated tablescape to introduce metallic texture and historical character.

Silver should be cleaned periodically using a specialised non-abrasive silver polish and a soft microfibre cloth to remove tarnish, and stored in a low-humidity environment away from direct sunlight.
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