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Rare Danish 830s Solid Silver Handled Nutcracker C1920 Antique 176g Christmas
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Rare Danish 830s Solid Silver Handled Nutcracker C1920 Antique 176g Christmas

1900 - 1920
Sold 9 January 2026 · The Silver Squirrel
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Rare Danish solid silver handled nutcrackers. They are hallmarked with the Danish 830S silver standard mark along with the makers mark of C.M. Cohr who operated from 1893 to 1937. They are in superb condition being free from dings splits and repairs. They measure 6.5 inches (16.6cm) long and weigh 176 grams. Super quality very unusual examples.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Silver Handled Nutcracker to the 1920s.

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Rare Danish solid silver handled nutcrackers. They are hallmarked with the Danish 830S silver standard mark along with the makers mark of C.M. Cohr who operated from 1893 to 1937. They are in superb condition being free from dings splits and repairs. They measure 6.5 inches (16.6cm) long and weigh 176 grams. Super quality very unusual examples.
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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Silver Handled Nutcracker to the 1920s.

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SA1114818
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34265
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Archive I An antique silver handled nutcracker with smooth rectangular handles and a ribbed cracking jaw mechanism. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Danish 830s Solid Silver Handled Nutcracker C1920 Antique 176g Christmas

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An antique silver handled nutcracker with smooth rectangular handles and a ribbed cracking jaw mechanism.
RARE DANISH 830S SOLID SILVER HANDLED NUTCRACKER c1920 ANTIQUE 176g CHRISTMAS
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An antique silver handled nutcracker with smooth rectangular handles and a ribbed cracking jaw mechanism.
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  • ObjectTableware
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau / Early 20th Century
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRibbed interior jaws, Hinged lever mechanism, Smooth rectangular handles, Stepped collar detail

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Silver with an 830 fineness standard contains 83% pure silver and was widely used in Scandinavian countries, particularly Denmark and Norway, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries before the international standard of 925 sterling silver became universally adopted.

Antique nutcrackers were typically forged or cast from metals such as silver, brass, or steel, often featuring ergonomic lever designs, ribbed interior jaws for grip, and hinged joints secured by a central pin.

Authenticity is verified by examining the metal for appropriate hallmarks, makers marks, and silver standard stamps (such as 830S), alongside assessing natural patina, wear patterns, and traditional manufacturing techniques consistent with the period.

Antique silver items can be displayed as functional dining table centrepieces, arranged on silver trays on sideboards, or integrated into tablescapes to add metallic texture, historical depth, and refined contrast to contemporary settings.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a specialist non-abrasive silver polish to preserve the underlying metal and subtle patina, and stored in a dry environment away from direct sunlight and humidity.
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