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Hallmarked English Silver Pear-shaped Sugar Sifter/caster: Henry Williamson, Sheffield, 1897
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Hallmarked English Silver Pear-shaped Sugar Sifter/caster: Henry Williamson, Sheffield, 1897

19th century
Sold 1 December 2025 · Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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Description

A hallmarked Victorian English Silver pear-shaped Sugar Sifter/Caster with knop finial & domed foot.

Both sections have good clear hallmarks for Henry Williamson, Sheffield 1897.

Condition: Light scuffing and minor wear only, consistent with age. No significant dents or scratches.

Weight: 113 grams.

Height: 18.5 cm.

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Height
18.5cm (7.28")
Declaration

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Silver Sugar Sifter to the 19th Century.

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SA1142233
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1748/A
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Description
A hallmarked Victorian English Silver pear-shaped Sugar Sifter/Caster with knop finial & domed foot.

Both sections have good clear hallmarks for Henry Williamson, Sheffield 1897.

Condition: Light scuffing and minor wear only, consistent with age. No significant dents or scratches.

Weight: 113 grams.

Height: 18.5 cm.

Height
18.5cm (7.28")
Date of Manufacture

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Silver Sugar Sifter to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1142233
Dealers Internal Ref
1748/A
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

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A polished silver pear-shaped sugar sifter featuring a pierced domed lid and a flared footed base.
Hallmarked English Silver pear-shaped Sugar Sifter/Caster: Henry Williamson, Sheffield, 1897
Ref: SA1142233
A polished silver pear-shaped sugar sifter featuring a pierced domed lid and a flared footed base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTableware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced lid, Pear-shaped body, Fluted finial, Footed base
  • SizeH 18.5 cm (7 in)

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Sugar sifters, also known as sugar casters, became prominent during the Victorian era when refined sugar was served in crystal or silver containers for tea and desserts. Pierced lids allowed for the even sprinkling of fine or castor sugar over food.

Antique sugar casters are traditionally crafted from sterling silver, often featuring hallmarks stamped on the base and lid to indicate the assay office, maker, and year of production. Some examples also incorporate electroplated nickel silver or glass bodies with silver mounts.

Authentic pieces can be identified by examining the hallmarks for city assay marks, date letters, and makers marks. Genuine antique silver typically exhibits age-related micro-scratches, soft patination, and traditional hand-pierced detailing on the lid rather than modern machine stamping.

A vintage silver sifter can be displayed on a sideboard, dining table centrepiece, or within a glass-fronted cabinet to add reflective metallic texture and a touch of historical elegance to both traditional and contemporary interior schemes.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a specialized silver cloth or mild, non-abrasive silver polish to maintain the original patination. Avoid harsh chemical dips, store in a tarnish-resistant environment, and handle with clean gloves to prevent oils from accelerating oxidation.
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