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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scent Flask (1889)
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scent Flask (1889)

19th century
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Description

An exceptional, fine and impressive large antique Victorian English sterling silver scent flask; an addition to our collection of Victorian silverware.

This exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask has an asymmetrical elongated shell-shaped form.

Each surface of the flask is embellished with impressive graduating fluted decoration, emanating from the lower point.

The side of the shoulder is ornamented with a contemporary engraved crest of a bird.

This Victorian silver scent flask retains the original compressed circular screw fit cover, ornamented with further wrythen fluted decoration.

The cover opens to reveal the original gilding and glass stopper.

The rim to the interior bears the retailer's mark 'Thornhill & Co, Bond St. W'.

This exceptional sterling silver flask is the largest and finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

This large Victorian fluted silver flask is remarkable for its craftsmanship and scale. A distinguished gift for milestone birthdays, retirements or collectors of exceptional antique silver.

Condition

This antique silver flask is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The flask has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the neck of this silver scent flask are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the superior gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Victorian flask.

Dimensions

Width 5.6cm/2.2'

Height 19.5cm/7.68'

Depth 3.6cm/1.42'

Weight

7.7 troy ounces/238.4g (excluding glass stopper)

Maker: Horton & Allday

Date: 1889

Origin: Birmingham, England

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19.5cm (7.68")
Width
5.6cm (2.20")
Depth
3.6cm (1.42")
Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Victorian Silver Scent Flask to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1159499
Dealers Internal Reference
C9321
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Description
An exceptional, fine and impressive large antique Victorian English sterling silver scent flask; an addition to our collection of Victorian silverware.
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This exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask has an asymmetrical elongated shell-shaped form.
AC Silver
fig 1. An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scent Flask (1889)

Each surface of the flask is embellished with impressive graduating fluted decoration, emanating from the lower point.

The side of the shoulder is ornamented with a contemporary engraved crest of a bird.

fig 2. An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scent Flask (1889)

This Victorian silver scent flask retains the original compressed circular screw fit cover, ornamented with further wrythen fluted decoration.

The cover opens to reveal the original gilding and glass stopper.

fig 3. An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scent Flask (1889)

The rim to the interior bears the retailer's mark 'Thornhill & Co, Bond St. W'.

This exceptional sterling silver flask is the largest and finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

This large Victorian fluted silver flask is remarkable for its craftsmanship and scale. A distinguished gift for milestone birthdays, retirements or collectors of exceptional antique silver.

fig 4. An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper.
fig 4. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scent Flask (1889)

Condition

This antique silver flask is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The flask has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the neck of this silver scent flask are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the superior gauge of silver.

fig 5. An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper.
fig 5. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scent Flask (1889)

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Victorian flask.

Dimensions

Width 5.6cm/2.2'

Height 19.5cm/7.68'

Depth 3.6cm/1.42'

Weight

7.7 troy ounces/238.4g (excluding glass stopper)

Maker: Horton & Allday

Date: 1889

Origin: Birmingham, England

A video is available upon request.

Height
19.5cm (7.68")
Width
5.6cm (2.20")
Depth
3.6cm (1.42")
Date of Manufacture

AC Silver has dated this Victorian Silver Scent Flask to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1159499
Dealers Internal Ref
C9321
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Archive I An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper.

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scent Flask (1889)

Archive II An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View II
Archive III An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View III
Archive IV An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View IV
Archive V An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View V
Archive VI An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View VI
Archive VII An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View IX
Archive X An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View X
Archive XI An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View XI
Archive XII An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View XII
Archive XIII An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper. View XIII
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An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scent Flask (1889)
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An antique Victorian sterling silver scent flask featuring a curved, fluted horn shape with British hallmarks around the neck and a matching swirled stopper.
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FAQs

A Victorian silver scent flask is a small, decorative container designed to hold liquid perfume, fragrance, or smelling salts. Popular during the 19th century, these vessels were designed either for display on a vanity table or for carrying in a pocket or purse.

Victorian scent flasks were typically made from sterling silver, cut glass, porcelain, or crystal, often featuring hand-engraved, repousse, or fluted metalwork. Silver examples were raised or cast by silversmiths and finished with fitted screw-cap or hinged stoppers.

Authentic British sterling silver scent flasks feature official assay office hallmarks, including the lion passant mark for silver purity, a date letter, a town mark, and a makers mark. The weight, hand-finished detailing, and age-appropriate surface wear also distinguish period originals from modern reproductions.

An antique silver scent flask can be styled on a bedside table, dressing table tray, or bathroom vanity alongside small glass bottles and trinket dishes. Arranging it on a mirrored or marble surface enhances the light reflected from the polished silver finish.

Maintain silver scent flasks by dusting them regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and using a non-abrasive silver polishing cloth to remove tarnish. Avoid submerging the flask completely in water or using harsh chemical cleaners, which can degrade inner seals or silver detail.
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