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Antique Victorian Silver Plated & Crocodile Leather Hip Flask C1890
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Antique Victorian Silver Plated & Crocodile Leather Hip Flask C1890

19th century
Sold 26 June 2025 · Robert Bush Antiques
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Description

This is a super antique silver plated and crocodile leather hip flask measuring 5 1/2" (14 cms) tall x 3 1/4" (8 cms) across.

It's in super condition with no chips or cracks to the glass and the crocodile leather is a beautiful colour and in superb condition.

The silver plated lid and cup are both in excellent condition and the flask is watertight and perfectly usable today.

It has the makers mark for James Dixon & Sons with the trumpet sign which was registered in 1881.

This lovely flask will come in a gift box.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Leather Hip Flask to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1122379
Dealers Internal Reference
9599
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Description
This is a super antique silver plated and crocodile leather hip flask measuring 5 1/2" (14 cms) tall x 3 1/4" (8 cms) across.
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It's in super condition with no chips or cracks to the glass and the crocodile leather is a beautiful colour and in superb condition.
Robert Bush Antiques
fig 1. An antique Victorian silver-plated and crocodile leather hip flask featuring a captive cap and a curved body.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Silver Plated & Crocodile Leather Hip Flask C1890

The silver plated lid and cup are both in excellent condition and the flask is watertight and perfectly usable today.

It has the makers mark for James Dixon & Sons with the trumpet sign which was registered in 1881.

This lovely flask will come in a gift box.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Leather Hip Flask to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1122379
Dealers Internal Ref
9599
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Robert Bush Antiques Profile Page

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Robert Bush Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Robert Bush Antiques

Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
Location
The Uplands
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/robertbushantiques
Verified Since Jun 2013
Items For Sale 133
Items Sold 3,636
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
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Location: The Uplands, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1NQ, United Kingdom
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An antique Victorian silver-plated and crocodile leather hip flask featuring a captive cap and a curved body.
Antique Victorian Silver Plated & Crocodile Leather Hip Flask c1890
Ref: SA1122379
An antique Victorian silver-plated and crocodile leather hip flask featuring a captive cap and a curved body.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPocket Flasks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver-plated metal, crocodile leather
  • ColourBrown and Silver
  • MotifsCaptive screw cap, Curved body contour, Textured leather casing
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Pocket flasks became widely popular during the Victorian era, particularly for sporting events, hunting, and travel, as societal acceptance of carrying personal spirits in metal containers grew.

These items were typically constructed from glass or metal interiors, such as pewter or silver plate, often partially or fully encased in leather, crocodile skin, or wicker to provide grip and protection.

Authenticity is generally determined by examining hallmarks, the quality of the metalwork, the wear patterns on the leather, and traditional construction methods such as hand-stitched seams and screw-cap bayonet closures.

Antique flasks can be displayed on a tray on a bar cart, within a bookcase display, or styled upon a desk as part of a curated collection of historic objects.

To preserve the materials, keep the item away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity, occasionally treating the leather with a neutral microcrystalline wax and cleaning the metal with a soft cloth without abrasive polishes.
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