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Good Pair of Victorian Solid Silver Toast Racks by William Hutton & Sons, Sheffield 1899
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Good Pair of Victorian Solid Silver Toast Racks by William Hutton & Sons, Sheffield 1899

19th century
Sold 16 November 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This exquisite pair of Victorian solid silver toast racks is dated Sheffield 1899 and bears the marks of by the illustrious William Hutton & Sons. Each leaf- shaped base with five arched wire-loop divisions and raised on four claw and ball feet. The central bar surmounted by a ring handle. The design is simple and supremely elegant. The silver gauge is very good, a testimony to the quality of these pieces./

Hallmarks:

WH&S LD for William Hutton & Sons.

London Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letters "g" for 1899.

Dimensions and Weight:

Length: 13cm / 5 inches.

Height including handle: 10cm / 4 inches.

Width: 7cm / 2.6 inches

Combined weight: 194 g / 6.8 oz.

Condition:

Excellent.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £10 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated these Victorian Silver Toast Racks to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1125571
Dealers Internal Reference
FEV88
Description
This exquisite pair of Victorian solid silver toast racks is dated Sheffield 1899 and bears the marks of by the illustrious William Hutton & Sons. Each leaf- shaped base with five arched wire-loop divisions and raised on four claw and ball feet. The central bar surmounted by a ring handle. The design is simple and supremely elegant. The silver gauge is very good, a testimony to the quality of these pieces./
fig 1. A pair of matching Victorian silver toast racks featuring arched wire dividers, central loop handles, and cast feet against a neutral background.
fig 1. Good Pair of Victorian Solid Silver Toast Racks by William Hutton & Sons, Sheffield 1899

Hallmarks:

WH&S LD for William Hutton & Sons.

London Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letters "g" for 1899.

Dimensions and Weight:

Length: 13cm / 5 inches.

Height including handle: 10cm / 4 inches.

Width: 7cm / 2.6 inches

fig 2. A pair of matching Victorian silver toast racks featuring arched wire dividers, central loop handles, and cast feet against a neutral background.
fig 2. Good Pair of Victorian Solid Silver Toast Racks by William Hutton & Sons, Sheffield 1899

Combined weight: 194 g / 6.8 oz.

Condition:

Excellent.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £10 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated these Victorian Silver Toast Racks to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1125571
Dealers Internal Ref
FEV88
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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A pair of matching Victorian silver toast racks featuring arched wire dividers, central loop handles, and cast feet against a neutral background.
GOOD PAIR OF VICTORIAN SOLID SILVER TOAST RACKS BY WILLIAM HUTTON & SONS, SHEFFIELD 1899
Ref: SA1125571
A pair of matching Victorian silver toast racks featuring arched wire dividers, central loop handles, and cast feet against a neutral background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTableware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsArched wire dividers, Central loop handle, Cast feet, Curved base rails
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Toast racks became popular in domestic dining during the 18th century and evolved into highly stylised silver and plate accessories by the Victorian era, designed to keep freshly made toast crisp by preventing condensation.

Traditional pieces were crafted from sterling silver or silver plate using techniques such as wire-forming, soldering, and casting for decorative feet and central loop handles, often produced by prominent silversmiths in hubs like Sheffield and Birmingham.

Authenticity is determined by examining hallmarks stamped on the base or frame, which typically include a makers mark, a standard mark indicating silver purity, a town mark, and a date letter corresponding to the assay office records.

These decorative metal items can be displayed on open kitchen shelving, used as distinctive table ornaments during dining events, or repurposed to hold letters, napkins, or small stationery items on a desk.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a specialized non-abrasive silver polish and a soft microfibre cloth to preserve the patina, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can damage soldered joints or remove desirable oxidisation.
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