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Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, Birmingham 1958
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Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, Birmingham 1958

1940 - 1960
Sold 17 August 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, Birmingham 1958” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This is an elegant Mid-Century silver retractable swizzle stick. The engine-turned faceted case with sliding mechanism. Ball terminal to the swizzle end. Ring attachment to the finial.

Hallmarks:

SJR for S J Rose & Son.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "L" for 1958.

Dimensions:

Length retracted: 8cm / 3.2 inches.

Length extended: 12cm / 4.5 inches.

Condition:

Excellent.

Postage UK: £5 Recorded 1st Class.

Postage overseas: £7 Standard parcel.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1150127
Dealers Internal Reference
JUIN78
Description
This is an elegant Mid-Century silver retractable swizzle stick. The engine-turned faceted case with sliding mechanism. Ball terminal to the swizzle end. Ring attachment to the finial.

Hallmarks:

SJR for S J Rose & Son.

fig 1. A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface.
fig 1. Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, Birmingham 1958

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "L" for 1958.

Dimensions:

Length retracted: 8cm / 3.2 inches.

Length extended: 12cm / 4.5 inches.

Condition:

Excellent.

Postage UK: £5 Recorded 1st Class.

Postage overseas: £7 Standard parcel.

fig 2. A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface.
fig 2. Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, Birmingham 1958

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
8cm (3.15")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1150127
Dealers Internal Ref
JUIN78
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Archive I A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, Birmingham 1958

Archive II A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface. View II
Archive III A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface. View III
Archive IV A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface. View IV
Archive V A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface. View V
Archive VI A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface. View VI
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
Location
Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 142
Items Sold 2,224
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A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface.
MID-CENTURY STERLING SILVER COCKTAIL SWIZZLE STICK BY ROSE & SON, BIRMINGHAM 1958
Ref: SA1150127
A retractable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with deployed wire tines and an engine-turned handle resting on a neutral surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarware
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRetractable tines, Engine-turned handle, Suspension loop
  • SizeH 8 cm (3 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

The swizzle stick originated in the West Indies, traditionally fashioned from branches of the swizzle tree to mix and froth rum drinks. By the 20th century, silversmiths began producing sophisticated mechanical and retractable versions in precious metals for home bars.

Mid-century swizzle sticks were predominantly crafted from sterling silver, often featuring engine-turned handles and internal spring or slide mechanisms that deployed wire tines with a simple push or twist.

Authentic pieces typically feature British hallmark stamps indicating the metal standard, assay office, and date letter, alongside makers marks stamped directly onto the body or terminal ring.

These pieces can be displayed on a dedicated bar cart, styled inside a bar cabinet alongside crystal glassware, or presented on a drinks tray as functional conversation pieces.

Sterling silver should be washed gently in warm soapy water, dried thoroughly with a soft cloth, and polished periodically with a non-abrasive silver cloth to maintain its finish and prevent tarnish accumulation.
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