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George III Antique Silver and Gilt Sugar or Sweet Meats Bowl, London 1794
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George III Antique Silver and Gilt Sugar or Sweet Meats Bowl, London 1794

18th century
Sold 29 November 2025 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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An extremely rare and beautiful antique George III sugar or sweet meats bowl. Made in London by Michael Plumber in 1794 , it comes with an associated unmarked spoon which is also very beautiful. The bowl has a tight swinging handle and a full set of crisp hallmarks underneath. It is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. The interior is gilded with gold and expertly engraved. A very useable and very collectable piece of 18th century silver.

WEIGHT; 290 grams or 9.25 ozst. Approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this George III Silver Sugar Basket to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1155211
Dealers Internal Reference
7572-003
Description
An extremely rare and beautiful antique George III sugar or sweet meats bowl.
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Made in London by Michael Plumber in 1794 , it comes with an associated unmarked spoon which is also very beautiful.
Highland Antiques Ltd

The bowl has a tight swinging handle and a full set of crisp hallmarks underneath. It is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. The interior is gilded with gold and expertly engraved. A very useable and very collectable piece of 18th century silver.

WEIGHT; 290 grams or 9.25 ozst. Approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this George III Silver Sugar Basket to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1155211
Dealers Internal Ref
7572-003
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A Georgian silver and gilt sugar basket with a swinging handle, accompanied by a matching pierced spoon on a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Antique Silver and Gilt Sugar or Sweet Meats Bowl, London 1794

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Highland Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07809 301264
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United Kingdom
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A Georgian silver and gilt sugar basket with a swinging handle, accompanied by a matching pierced spoon on a white background.
George III antique silver and gilt sugar or sweet meats bowl, London 1794
Ref: SA1155211
A Georgian silver and gilt sugar basket with a swinging handle, accompanied by a matching pierced spoon on a white background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Bowls
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Gilt
  • ColourSilver and Gold
  • MotifsFluted body, Swing handle, Pierced spoon, Gilt interior
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 12.5 cm (5 in) x D 18 cm (7 in)

FAQs

The George III period in British silver craftsmanship is characterised by neoclassical influences, refined proportions, crisp engraving, and often partial gilding known as vermeil.

These pieces were typically crafted from sterling silver using techniques such as hammering, casting, piercing, and chasing, frequently finished with an applied gold wash on the interior.

Authenticity is verified through clear hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically include the makers mark, standard mark, town mark indicating the assay office, and the date letter.

An antique silver bowl can serve as a sophisticated decorative accent on a mantelpiece, coffee table, or sideboard, contrasting effectively with modern minimalist surfaces.

Antique silver gilt requires careful handling with specialist non-abrasive silver cleaners, avoiding harsh rubbing on the fragile gold wash, and storing in tarnish-resistant conditions.
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