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A Gorgeous Pair of Regency Silver Seam Scissors
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A Gorgeous Pair of Regency Silver Seam Scissors

19th century
Sold 30 November 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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An unusual pair of silver handled seam scissors, dating from the Georgian Regency period. These exquisite examples have floral repousse decoration to the handles and polished steel blades. The scissors retain the original silver sheath and would have been an essential part of the Georgian lady's sewing set. Unmarked (bot unusual for small Georgian silver items), tests as silver. Dimensions below.

Postage and Packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no breaks, splits or holes.

Hallmarks :- Unmarked but tests as silver

Date :- c1820.

Length :- 8 cms.

Width :- 4.2 cms.

Depth :- 0.5 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated these Regency Silver Seam Scissors to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1154277
Dealers Internal Reference
13556
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Description
An unusual pair of silver handled seam scissors, dating from the Georgian Regency period. These exquisite examples have floral repousse decoration to the handles and polished steel blades.
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The scissors retain the original silver sheath and would have been an essential part of the Georgian lady's sewing set.
Jeff Sims Antiques

Unmarked (bot unusual for small Georgian silver items), tests as silver. Dimensions below.

fig 1. An overhead shot of a pair of small, intricately engraved silver seam scissors with matching sheath on a textured grey background.
fig 1. A Gorgeous Pair of Regency Silver Seam Scissors

Postage and Packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no breaks, splits or holes.

Hallmarks :- Unmarked but tests as silver

Date :- c1820.

Length :- 8 cms.

Width :- 4.2 cms.

Depth :- 0.5 cms.

Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated these Regency Silver Seam Scissors to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1154277
Dealers Internal Ref
13556
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

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Archive I An overhead shot of a pair of small, intricately engraved silver seam scissors with matching sheath on a textured grey background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Gorgeous Pair of Regency Silver Seam Scissors

Archive II An overhead shot of a pair of small, intricately engraved silver seam scissors with matching sheath on a textured grey background. View II
Archive III An overhead shot of a pair of small, intricately engraved silver seam scissors with matching sheath on a textured grey background. View III
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An overhead shot of a pair of small, intricately engraved silver seam scissors with matching sheath on a textured grey background.
A gorgeous Pair of Regency Silver Seam Scissors
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An overhead shot of a pair of small, intricately engraved silver seam scissors with matching sheath on a textured grey background.
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  • ObjectSewing Tools
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved floral scrolls, Matched protective sheath, Circular finger loops
  • SizeH 8 cm (3 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

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The Regency period spanned from 1811 to 1820, a time when needlework was an essential accomplishment for women of status, leading to the production of highly ornate and finely crafted sewing tools.

These items were typically forged from sterling silver or coin silver, often featuring intricate hand-engraved motifs, chased details, and cast finger loops produced by skilled silversmiths.

Authenticity is determined by examining hallmarks, makers marks, the quality of the hand-engraving, and the natural patination and wear associated with genuine historical use.

These small decorative objects can be displayed within a glass-topped table, styled on a bookshelf inside a shallow display tray, or integrated into a collectors cabinet alongside other desk accessories.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a non-abrasive, high-quality silver cloth to preserve the historical patina, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can strip away desirable age-related oxidation.
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