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A Fabulous Novelty Silver Bonbon Basket
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A Fabulous Novelty Silver Bonbon Basket

19th century
Sold 23 November 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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Description

A fabulous Victorian novelty silver bonbon basket. This superior example is of heavy gauge silver and crafted in the form of a wicker basket. Made by the great name of Charles Stuart Harris, this wonderful collector's piece is both practical and decorative. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing

£12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£30.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits

Hallmarks. :- Clear and readable

Date. :- London 1869

Maker. :- Charles Stuart Harris

Height. :- 8.5 cms.

Width. :- 8.5 cms.

Depth. :- 7.7 cms,

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

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Bonbon Basket to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1169485
Dealers Internal Reference
13811
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Description
A fabulous Victorian novelty silver bonbon basket. This superior example is of heavy gauge silver and crafted in the form of a wicker basket.
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Made by the great name of Charles Stuart Harris, this wonderful collector's piece is both practical and decorative.
Jeff Sims Antiques

Dimensions below.

fig 1. An oval silver bonbon basket featuring a woven wire design and a central twisted swing handle.
fig 1. A Fabulous Novelty Silver Bonbon Basket

Postage and packing

£12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£30.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits

Hallmarks. :- Clear and readable

Date. :- London 1869

Maker. :- Charles Stuart Harris

Height. :- 8.5 cms.

Width. :- 8.5 cms.

Depth. :- 7.7 cms,

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

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Bonbon Basket to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1169485
Dealers Internal Ref
13811
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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Jeff Sims Antiques

Jeff Sims Antiques
Telephone 07711 373 683
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Suffolk,
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Verified Since Jan 2010
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An oval silver bonbon basket featuring a woven wire design and a central twisted swing handle.
A fabulous novelty silver bonbon basket
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An oval silver bonbon basket featuring a woven wire design and a central twisted swing handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Baskets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsWoven wirework, Twisted swing handle, Scalloped rim, Oval pedestal base
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Silver bonbon and sweetmeat baskets gained popularity in the late 17th and 18th centuries as refined tableware items used to serve confectionery, sugar plums, and delicate sweets during formal dining occasions.

These pieces are typically crafted from sterling or hallmarked silver, often utilizing traditional silversmithing techniques such as piercing, repousse, casting, and hand-woven wirework to simulate natural wicker baskets.

Authenticity is verified by examining hallmarks for maker marks, assay office symbols, and date letters, alongside observing natural wear patterns, patina, and hand-finished construction details characteristic of period manufacturing.

These versatile decorative objects can be utilized on coffee tables, sideboards, or open shelving as polished accent pieces, contrasting effectively against matte textures and neutral modern palettes.

Preservation requires gentle cleaning with specialized non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth only when necessary, avoiding harsh dips that can strip historical patina, and storing them in low-humidity environments.
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