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Victorian Albert Barker Patent Silver Butt Marker
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Victorian Albert Barker Patent Silver Butt Marker

19th century
Sold 14 December 2025 · Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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Here we have a rare Victorian Sterling silver shooting butt maker complete with it's full set of eight numbered pegs, the place finder is made in the form of a purse with the pegs all enclosed but when opening they all fan out, each one numbered 1 - 8, the interior of the case is gilded and hallmarked for London 1898 and the silversmith John Millward Banks, on the side is the maker's name of Albert Barker Ltd, London.

The numbered pegs are randomly inserted into the cartridge, number side down. Each shooter then takes their turn to draw a peg and the revealed number shows the actual shooting position (butt) that they will use for the first drive. Place finders were very popular from the 1900's and are making a resurgence today, with many shooters looking out for good antique examples.

There is one closing clasp missing but it still opens and closes as it should and stays firmly closed, the silver needs a good clean but we have left this alone for it's new owner to do or leave as it is, the fan mechanism is in perfect working order and all the pegs are present, original and clean.

Size: 52 x 30mm when closed

Free postage and packaging is included in the price of this item.

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Antique Silver Butt Marker to the 1890s.

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SA1115345
Dealers Internal Reference
7850
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Description
Here we have a rare Victorian Sterling silver shooting butt maker complete with it's full set of eight numbered pegs, the place finder is made in the form of a purse with the pegs all enclosed but when opening they all fan out, each one numbered 1 - 8, the interior of the case is gilded and hallmarked for London 1898 and the silversmith John Millward Banks, on the side is the maker's name of Albert Barker Ltd, London.

The numbered pegs are randomly inserted into the cartridge, number side down.

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Each shooter then takes their turn to draw a peg and the revealed number shows the actual shooting position (butt) that they will use for the first drive.
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Place finders were very popular from the 1900's and are making a resurgence today, with many shooters looking out for good antique examples.

fig 1. An open antique silver butt marker displaying numbered pivoting metal leaves inside a hinged case.
fig 1. Victorian Albert Barker Patent Silver Butt Marker

There is one closing clasp missing but it still opens and closes as it should and stays firmly closed, the silver needs a good clean but we have left this alone for it's new owner to do or leave as it is, the fan mechanism is in perfect working order and all the pegs are present, original and clean.

Size: 52 x 30mm when closed

Free postage and packaging is included in the price of this item.

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Antique Silver Butt Marker to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1115345
Dealers Internal Ref
7850
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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Archive I An open antique silver butt marker displaying numbered pivoting metal leaves inside a hinged case. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Albert Barker Patent Silver Butt Marker

Archive II An open antique silver butt marker displaying numbered pivoting metal leaves inside a hinged case. View II
Archive III An open antique silver butt marker displaying numbered pivoting metal leaves inside a hinged case. View III
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Archive VI An open antique silver butt marker displaying numbered pivoting metal leaves inside a hinged case. View VI
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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Telephone 01422 843189 or 07917 652471
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26 Market Street
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 6AA
United Kingdom
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An open antique silver butt marker displaying numbered pivoting metal leaves inside a hinged case.
Victorian Albert Barker Patent Silver Butt Marker
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An open antique silver butt marker displaying numbered pivoting metal leaves inside a hinged case.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCollectibles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Brass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPivoting numbered leaves, Hinged metallic case, Engraved numerical digits

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Antique silver should be handled with clean cotton gloves to prevent skin oils from accelerating tarnishing, and cleaned infrequently with a soft, non-abrasive microfibre cloth without harsh chemical dips.

Such small historical artefacts look exceptionally well when displayed inside a glass-topped table, a dedicated collectors cabinet, or styled alongside books on a study desk.

Authentic pieces usually bear clear British hallmarks denoting the assay office, metal purity, and date letter, alongside maker marks and patent stamps specific to renowned inventors like Albert Barker.

These items were typically constructed from sterling silver, often featuring internal brass components and mechanical pivoting leaves, showcasing high-precision Victorian silversmithing and metalworking techniques.

During the Victorian era, organised game shooting became immensely popular among the British aristocracy, leading to the invention of specialized patented accessories designed to organise shooting parties and track game counts efficiently.
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