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Edwardian Large Antique Silver and Cairngorm Letter Opener 1906
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Edwardian Large Antique Silver and Cairngorm Letter Opener 1906

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 February 2025 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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An absolutely gorgeous Edwardian antique Scottish silver letter opener or page turner. Made in Edinburgh in 1906 by the Royal goldsmiths Thomas Smith and Sons. It has a beautifully cut very large Cairngorm in the top and a full set of hallmarks on the blade. There is very intricate cast Celtic knotwork around both sides of the handle. The letter opener or page turner which comes in its original case is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. A lovely piece of Scottish silver by Thomas Smith who was based in 47 George Street in Edinburgh.

WEIGHT; 160 grams or 3.5 ozst approx.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Silver Letter Opener to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
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SA1120599
Dealers Internal Reference
7382-053
Description
An absolutely gorgeous Edwardian antique Scottish silver letter opener or page turner. Made in Edinburgh in 1906 by the Royal goldsmiths Thomas Smith and Sons. It has a beautifully cut very large Cairngorm in the top and a full set of hallmarks on the blade. There is very intricate cast Celtic knotwork around both sides of the handle.
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The letter opener or page turner which comes in its original case is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs.
Highland Antiques Ltd

A lovely piece of Scottish silver by Thomas Smith who was based in 47 George Street in Edinburgh.

WEIGHT; 160 grams or 3.5 ozst approx.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Silver Letter Opener to the Edwardian era.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1120599
Dealers Internal Ref
7382-053
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A close-up view of an Edwardian antique silver letter opener featuring an intricately embossed handle set with a faceted cairngorm quartz terminal. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Edwardian Large Antique Silver and Cairngorm Letter Opener 1906

Archive II A close-up view of an Edwardian antique silver letter opener featuring an intricately embossed handle set with a faceted cairngorm quartz terminal. View II
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Highland Antiques Ltd

Highland Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07809 301264
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Aberdeen
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/highlandltd
Verified Since Feb 2023
Items For Sale 102
Items Sold 333
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A close-up view of an Edwardian antique silver letter opener featuring an intricately embossed handle set with a faceted cairngorm quartz terminal.
Edwardian large antique silver and cairngorm letter opener 1906
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A close-up view of an Edwardian antique silver letter opener featuring an intricately embossed handle set with a faceted cairngorm quartz terminal.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Cairngorm Quartz
  • ColourSilver and Amber
  • MotifsCeltic knotwork embossing, Faceted gemstone terminal, Chased metal collar
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

FAQs

The Edwardian period, spanning from 1901 to 1910, is characterised by lighter, more refined designs often drawing inspiration from earlier historical periods such as Georgian and Celtic revival styles.

Antique letter openers were typically forged from sterling silver, steel, or ivory, and frequently incorporated decorative handles made from gemstones such as cairngorm quartz, mother-of-pearl, or hardwoods.

Authentic pieces from this period feature official British assay office hallmarks, which typically include a makers mark, a standard mark such as a lion passant for sterling silver, and a date letter corresponding to the specific year of assay.

An antique letter opener serves as a functional sculpture, best displayed on an executive desk or within a library setting, resting on a blotter or paired with other traditional writing implements to add tactile heritage to a workspace.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a non-abrasive, high-grade silver polish and a soft microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can strip desirable patination and damage organic gemstone mountings.
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