Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 1900s.
The salts have oval, boat-shaped navette bodies with large loop side-handles, embossed with a reeded design and gold-washed interiors. The accompanying spoons have fluted shell bowls and beaded terminals, complementing the sophisticated design of the salts.
The set is housed in its original fitted presentation case, crafted from dark brown leather with a gold-embossed border on the domed hinged lid. The interior is lined with emerald green velvet and silk, adding a luxurious touch to this collectible piece.
Maker: Henry Williamson
Assay Office: Birmingham
Date: 1900
Dimensions:
Salts: 2.5 cm tall to rim, 3.8 cm tall to handles, 3.5 x 6 cm across body, 9 cm handle to handle
Spoons: 5.5 cm
Box: 11.5 x 14 x 4.5 cm
Silver weight: 30.79 g
Total weight: 170 g
Condition:
Very good antique condition with some marks to the interiors appropriate to age and use. One salt has a shallow depression to the side, and the handles of the spoons are very slightly uneven.
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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 1900s.
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Pair of Antique Gilt Sterling Silver Boxed Navette Salts with Shell Spoons, 1900
