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An Edwardian Novelty Silver Trowel Bookmark
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An Edwardian Novelty Silver Trowel Bookmark

1900 - 1920
Sold 28 October 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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Description

A charming Edwardian silver novelty bookmark in the form of a trowel. This lovely example is an all silver example and has a shaped blade. The handle has a restrained engraved pattern and this is a great gift idea for the collector or reader of gardening books. A lovely piece, both decorative and practical. Dimensions below.

Postage and Packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£22.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. There is a small indentation to the underside of the handle, commensurate with age and use.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- William Henry Leather.

Date :- Birmingham 1904.

Length :- 5.7 cms.

Width :- 1.3 cms. (widest point).

Depth :- 1 cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Trowel Bookmark to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1137943
Dealers Internal Reference
K1654
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Description
A charming Edwardian silver novelty bookmark in the form of a trowel. This lovely example is an all silver example and has a shaped blade.
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The handle has a restrained engraved pattern and this is a great gift idea for the collector or reader of gardening books.
Jeff Sims Antiques

A lovely piece, both decorative and practical. Dimensions below.

fig 1. An Edwardian novelty sterling silver bookmark shaped like a miniature builders trowel with engraved handle detail and visible hallmarks.
fig 1. An Edwardian Novelty Silver Trowel Bookmark

Postage and Packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£22.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. There is a small indentation to the underside of the handle, commensurate with age and use.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- William Henry Leather.

Date :- Birmingham 1904.

Length :- 5.7 cms.

Width :- 1.3 cms. (widest point).

Depth :- 1 cm.

Height
1cm (0.39")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Trowel Bookmark to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1137943
Dealers Internal Ref
K1654
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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An Edwardian novelty sterling silver bookmark shaped like a miniature builders trowel with engraved handle detail and visible hallmarks.
An Edwardian novelty silver trowel bookmark
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An Edwardian novelty sterling silver bookmark shaped like a miniature builders trowel with engraved handle detail and visible hallmarks.
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  • ObjectBookmarks
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved handle, Trowel shape, Hallmarks
  • SizeH 1 cm (0 in) x W 2 cm (1 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

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The Edwardian era is characterised by lighter, often whimsical designs inspired by earlier historical periods, reflecting an era of relative peace, leisure, and refined craftsmanship.

These items were predominantly crafted from sterling silver using techniques such as stamping, engraving, and hand-chasing, frequently bearing British hallmarks indicating the assay office and date.

Authentic pieces typically feature crisp makers marks, standard sterling silver hallmarks (such as the lion passant), and appropriate patination consistent with early 20th-century manufacture.

They can be displayed within a library or study setting, placed on open shelving, or used functionally within a collection of literature on a coffee table or desk.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly with a soft cloth and a specialised non-abrasive silver polish, avoiding excessive scrubbing to preserve the underlying hallmarks and natural patination.
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