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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack 1898
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack 1898

19th century
Sold 15 December 2025 · Robert Bush Antiques
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Description

This is a superb antique Victorian sterling silver toast rack measuring 3 1/2" (9 cm) long x 3" (8 cm) across x 3 1/2" (9 cm) tall to the top of the handle.

It's hallmarked for Sheffield 1898 with the silversmiths mark for James Dixon & Sons.

It weighs 125.3 grams/4 troy oz, is in super condition with no damage and could also be used as a letter rack.

This lovely toast rack will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity

Free worldwide fully insured shipping included in the price.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Toast Rack to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1150413
Dealers Internal Reference
9698
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Description
This is a superb antique Victorian sterling silver toast rack measuring 3 1/2" (9 cm) long x 3" (8 cm) across x 3 1/2" (9 cm) tall to the top of the handle.

It's hallmarked for Sheffield 1898 with the silversmiths mark for James Dixon & Sons.

fig 1. An ornate antique Victorian sterling silver toast rack featuring pierced scrolling metalwork and four rounded feet beneath a central loop handle.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack 1898

It weighs 125.3 grams/4 troy oz, is in super condition with no damage and could also be used as a letter rack.

This lovely toast rack will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity

Free worldwide fully insured shipping included in the price.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Toast Rack to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1150413
Dealers Internal Ref
9698
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

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Robert Bush Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Robert Bush Antiques

Robert Bush Antiques
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Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
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An ornate antique Victorian sterling silver toast rack featuring pierced scrolling metalwork and four rounded feet beneath a central loop handle.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Toast Rack 1898
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  • ObjectTableware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced scrolling foliage, Central loop handle, Ball feet
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

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Toast racks became popular on British dining tables during the late 18th century as sliced bread was increasingly served upright to keep it crisp. By the Victorian era, silversmiths produced highly ornate designs incorporating elaborate pierced work and cast feet for formal breakfast settings.

These pieces were typically fabricated from sterling silver using techniques such as wire-working, casting, soldering, and piercing. Hallmarks stamped directly onto the metal indicate the assay office, makers mark, and date of manufacture.

Authenticity is verified through clear British hallmarks, which include a standard mark (such as a lion passant for sterling silver), a town mark, a date letter, and a makers mark. Genuine antique examples also exhibit appropriate surface wear and traditional hand-soldered construction joints.

Such decorative silver items add historic texture to contemporary dining spaces or open shelving units. They can be utilized functionally for breakfast service or displayed as standalone objects of interest to introduce metallic accents.

Preservation requires regular dusting and periodic polishing with a specialist silver cloth or non-abrasive cream to remove tarnish safely. Items should be stored in dry environments away from direct sunlight and corrosive chemicals.
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