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Large Victorian Silver Wax Seal
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Large Victorian Silver Wax Seal

19th century
Sold 14 July 2025 · Sturmans Antiques
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A large Victorian cast silver seal with fretted handle and engraved S to the seal, London import marks for 1890. Formed in two sections of cast silver, the tapering oval handle with floral scroll design decoration; engraved and hand finished to a high standard. The circular base forming the stamp with polished foot engraved with a large S. Bears London import marks for 1890 along with a faint makers mark. Superb quality and unusually large, presented in superb condition with a deep shine. Measures 1.25" maximum width x 1" diameter at the base x 1" maximum depth at the handle x 3.5" long.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Wax Seal to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1154051
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 41713
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Description
A large Victorian cast silver seal with fretted handle and engraved S to the seal, London import marks for 1890.
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Formed in two sections of cast silver, the tapering oval handle with floral scroll design decoration; engraved and hand finished to a high standard.
Sturmans Antiques

The circular base forming the stamp with polished foot engraved with a large S. Bears London import marks for 1890 along with a faint makers mark. Superb quality and unusually large, presented in superb condition with a deep shine. Measures 1.25" maximum width x 1" diameter at the base x 1" maximum depth at the handle x 3.5" long.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Wax Seal to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1154051
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 41713
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An ornate, pierced silver Victorian wax seal with a flared cylindrical handle and circular base.
Large Victorian Silver Wax Seal
Ref: SA1154051
An ornate, pierced silver Victorian wax seal with a flared cylindrical handle and circular base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced scrollwork, Repousse floral patterns, Circular flat base
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Wax seals gained widespread popularity during the Victorian era for securing correspondence and adding personal crests or initials to letters before envelopes with adhesive strips became standard.

Desk seals were commonly made from silver, brass, or bronze, often featuring carved matrix bases made from carnelian, bloodstone, ivory, or metal.

Authentic pieces typically feature period hallmarks indicating the metal purity, makers mark, and assay office, alongside handcrafted weight and age-related patina on the silver surface.

Placed upon a desk, mantelpiece, or bookshelf, a vintage desk seal functions as a small decorative object that adds historical texture and intellectual character to a workspace.

Silver seals should be dusted gently with a soft, dry cloth and stored in a dry environment, avoiding harsh chemical dips that strip away desirable historical tarnish.
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