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Boxed Set of 6 19th Century Silver Plated Salts & Spoons - Martin Hall
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Boxed Set of 6 19th Century Silver Plated Salts & Spoons - Martin Hall

19th century
Sold 13 December 2025 · David Pickett Antiques
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This superb boxed set comprises of 6 silver plated salts and matching spoons. All pieces are marked for the maker Richard Martin, Ebenezer Hall & Co (1860-1896). Beautiful clean lines and high quality pieces. In a beautiful blue hardbacked fitted box. Gilding to the inside of salts and inside the bowls of the spoons.

In good condition with slight signs of age related wear. Very slight wear to box.

Total weight approx 608g.

Salt - diameter at rim approx 5cm. Height approx 3cm.

Spoon - length approx 6cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated these Silver Plated Salt Cellars to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1126522
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This superb boxed set comprises of 6 silver plated salts and matching spoons. All pieces are marked for the maker Richard Martin, Ebenezer Hall & Co (1860-1896). Beautiful clean lines and high quality pieces. In a beautiful blue hardbacked fitted box. Gilding to the inside of salts and inside the bowls of the spoons.

In good condition with slight signs of age related wear. Very slight wear to box.

Total weight approx 608g.

Salt - diameter at rim approx 5cm. Height approx 3cm.

Spoon - length approx 6cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated these Silver Plated Salt Cellars to the 19th Century.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1126522
David Pickett Antiques
David Pickett Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2020

Specialists in old sheffield plate

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A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Boxed Set of 6 19th Century Silver Plated Salts & Spoons - Martin Hall

Archive II A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case. View II
Archive III A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case. View III
Archive IV A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case. View IV
Archive V A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case. View V
Archive VI A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case. View VI
Archive VII A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case. View VII
Archive VIII A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case. View VIII
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A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case.
Boxed Set of 6 19th Century Silver Plated Salts & Spoons - Martin Hall
Ref: SA1126522
A boxed set of six silver-plated open salt cellars with matching spoons, featuring gilt interiors and nestled in a blue velvet-lined presentation case.
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  • ObjectTableware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver Plate, Gilt, Velvet, Leather
  • ColourSilver and Blue
  • MotifsBeaded rim, Shell feet, Gilt interior, Fitted presentation box
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 5 cm (2 in)

Open salt cellars became a staple of formal dining tables from the 17th century onwards, used before the invention of free-flowing table salt to present seasoning to guests.

These pieces were typically crafted using silver plating over base metals like copper or brass, often featuring interior gilding known as wash-gilding to protect the metal from the corrosive properties of salt.

Authenticity is usually verified through makers marks, hallmarks, the weight and gauge of the metal, and the characteristic patina and wear patterns associated with nineteenth-century manufacturing techniques.

They can be repurposed as small trinket dishes on a dressing table, used to hold spices on a kitchen island, or integrated into a formal tablescape for special dining occasions.

Silver plate should be cleaned gently using a specialized silver cloth or mild non-abrasive silver polish, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can strip the protective plating and gilding.
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