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A Rare Set of 6 Victorian Irish Silver Condiment Shovels
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A Rare Set of 6 Victorian Irish Silver Condiment Shovels

19th century
Sold 9 May 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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A rare set of mid Victorian Irish silver condiment shoels. These wonderful pieces are larger than salt spoons and are in fiddle pattern. The bowls are shaped and flared and to the top front of the shanks is an engraved initial 'Y'. Irish silver is always in demand and with so much antique flatware melted for scrap, a surviving set of six, is a good find. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing :- £15.00 UK.

£24.00 Europe.

£28.00 Outside Europe.

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. The bowl tips are very good.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- JS.

Date :- Dublin 1860.

Length :- 11 cms.

Bowl width :- 2.2 cms.

Depth :- 1 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated these Victorian Silver Condiment Shovels to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1140753
Dealers Internal Reference
13716
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Description
A rare set of mid Victorian Irish silver condiment shoels. These wonderful pieces are larger than salt spoons and are in fiddle pattern. The bowls are shaped and flared and to the top front of the shanks is an engraved initial 'Y'.
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Irish silver is always in demand and with so much antique flatware melted for scrap, a surviving set of six, is a good find.
Jeff Sims Antiques

Dimensions below.

fig 1. A set of six Victorian Irish silver condiment shovels laid out flat on a grey surface, showing engraved handles and square bowls.
fig 1. A Rare Set of 6 Victorian Irish Silver Condiment Shovels

Postage and packing :- £15.00 UK.

£24.00 Europe.

£28.00 Outside Europe.

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. The bowl tips are very good.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- JS.

Date :- Dublin 1860.

Length :- 11 cms.

Bowl width :- 2.2 cms.

Depth :- 1 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated these Victorian Silver Condiment Shovels to the 1860s.

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1140753
Dealers Internal Ref
13716
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

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A set of six Victorian Irish silver condiment shovels laid out flat on a grey surface, showing engraved handles and square bowls.
A rare set of 6 Victorian Irish silver condiment shovels
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A set of six Victorian Irish silver condiment shovels laid out flat on a grey surface, showing engraved handles and square bowls.
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  • ObjectCutlery & Flatware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved initials, Shovel bowls, Plain flat handles
  • SizeH 11 cm (4 in) x W 2 cm (1 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

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Victorian Irish silver encompasses items produced in Ireland during the reign of Queen Victoria (18371901), characterized by distinctive Dublin assay office hallmarks, traditional Gaelic motifs, and high standards of silversmithing craftsmanship.

These items were predominantly handcrafted from sterling silver using traditional forging, hammering, and hand-finishing techniques, often featuring makers marks, city marks, and date letters stamped directly into the metal.

Authenticity is verified through clear hallmarks indicating the standard of silver, the assay office (such as Dublin for Irish pieces), the date letter, and the makers mark, alongside natural patination and wear consistent with age.

Antique silver can be displayed in glass-fronted cabinets, used functionally on a dining table to add historical contrast, or presented on silver trays as part of a curated tablescape.

Preserve antique silver by storing it in tarnish-resistant cloth, cleaning it infrequently with specialized non-abrasive silver polish, and avoiding harsh chemicals or dishwasher use.
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