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George V Pair of Britannia Silver Candle Sticks by Tessiers 1932
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George V Pair of Britannia Silver Candle Sticks by Tessiers 1932

1920 - 1940
Sold 30 April 2025 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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A superb pair of Britannia silver candlesticks in the Queen Anne style. Made by the famous London silver retailer Tessiers in 1932. The sticks are made of 95% silver known as Britannia silver as seen by the Britannia silver hallmarks on the base. This higher grade of silver was the standard during the reign of Queen Anne. These are in exceptional condition with no damage or repairs. They are very heavy and the wide base gives extra stability. Very collectable pieces of silver.

WEIGHT; 1082 grams or 35 ozst.

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 these Britannia Silver Candlesticks to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Reference Numbers
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SA1124906
Dealers Internal Reference
7449-006
Description
A superb pair of Britannia silver candlesticks in the Queen Anne style. Made by the famous London silver retailer Tessiers in 1932.
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The sticks are made of 95% silver known as Britannia silver as seen by the Britannia silver hallmarks on the base.
Highland Antiques Ltd

This higher grade of silver was the standard during the reign of Queen Anne. These are in exceptional condition with no damage or repairs. They are very heavy and the wide base gives extra stability. Very collectable pieces of silver.

WEIGHT; 1082 grams or 35 ozst.

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 these Britannia Silver Candlesticks to the 1930s.

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
13.5cm (5.31")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1124906
Dealers Internal Ref
7449-006
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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A pair of polished silver candlesticks featuring stepped circular bases, knopped stems, and sconces against a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of polished silver candlesticks featuring stepped circular bases, knopped stems, and sconces against a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George V Pair of Britannia Silver Candle Sticks by Tessiers 1932

Archive II A pair of polished silver candlesticks featuring stepped circular bases, knopped stems, and sconces against a white background. View II
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Archive VIII A pair of polished silver candlesticks featuring stepped circular bases, knopped stems, and sconces against a white background. View VIII
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Highland Antiques Ltd
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Aberdeen
United Kingdom
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A pair of polished silver candlesticks featuring stepped circular bases, knopped stems, and sconces against a white background.
George V pair of Britannia silver candle sticks by Tessiers 1932
Ref: SA1124906
A pair of polished silver candlesticks featuring stepped circular bases, knopped stems, and sconces against a white background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCandlesticks
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleGeorgian Revival
  • MaterialBritannia Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsStepped circular bases, Knopped stems, Flanged sconces
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 13.5 cm (5 in)

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Britannia silver is a higher purity alloy of silver introduced by an Act of Parliament in England in 1696 to discourage the melting of coinage for plate, featuring 95.84 percent pure silver compared to 92.5 percent for sterling silver. While sterling standard was restored in 1720, silversmiths continued to use Britannia standard occasionally for high-end pieces, a practice revived in the 20th century by makers seeking a traditional aesthetic.

These pieces are constructed from Britannia standard silver, typically shaped using traditional techniques such as spinning, casting, and soldering. Weighted bases filled with resin, wood, or plaster are commonly employed in candlesticks to provide stability and balance.

Authentication relies on examining the hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically include the makers mark, the Britannia standard figure mark indicating 95.84 percent purity, the town mark, and a date letter corresponding to the assay office records. Comparing the weight, craftsmanship, and wear patterns against known examples from the period also aids verification.

These metallic accessories can be styled as a centrepiece on a dining table or placed on a mantelpiece to introduce reflective surfaces and classic proportions. Pairing them with contemporary ceramics or neutral linens creates a balanced contrast between old and new design elements.

Silver items should be cleaned periodically using a specialised non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth to remove tarnish while preserving the underlying metal. They should be displayed away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and sulphur-containing materials to minimise oxidisation.
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