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Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, London 1954
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Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, London 1954

1940 - 1960
Sold 14 November 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, London 1954” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This is an elegant Mid-Century silver retractable swizzle stick. The engine-turned cylindrical case with sliding mechanism. Ball terminal to the swizzle end. Ring attachment to the finial.

Hallmarks:

SJR for S J Rose & Son.

London Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "T" for 1954.

Dimensions:

Length retracted: 7cm / 2.6 inches.

Length extended: 12cm / 4.5 inches.

Condition:

Very good..

Postage

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Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1170342
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT91
Description
This is an elegant Mid-Century silver retractable swizzle stick. The engine-turned cylindrical case with sliding mechanism. Ball terminal to the swizzle end. Ring attachment to the finial.

Hallmarks:

SJR for S J Rose & Son.

fig 1. A close-up view of an extendable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with splayed wire prongs and an engine-turned handle.
fig 1. Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, London 1954

London Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "T" for 1954.

Dimensions:

Length retracted: 7cm / 2.6 inches.

Length extended: 12cm / 4.5 inches.

Condition:

Very good..

Postage

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1170342
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT91
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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A close-up view of an extendable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with splayed wire prongs and an engine-turned handle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A close-up view of an extendable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with splayed wire prongs and an engine-turned handle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Mid-century Sterling Silver Cocktail Swizzle Stick by Rose & Son, London 1954

Archive II A close-up view of an extendable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with splayed wire prongs and an engine-turned handle. View II
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
Location
Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 136
Items Sold 2,221
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A close-up view of an extendable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with splayed wire prongs and an engine-turned handle.
MID-CENTURY STERLING SILVER COCKTAIL SWIZZLE STICK BY ROSE & SON, LONDON 1954
Ref: SA1170342
A close-up view of an extendable sterling silver cocktail swizzle stick with splayed wire prongs and an engine-turned handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBarware
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRetractable prongs, Engine-turned handle, Ball terminal, Hallmarked metal
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Swizzle sticks originated in the Caribbean, traditionally fashioned from the branch of the swizzlestick tree to mix rum drinks. By the 19th and 20th centuries, silversmiths began producing sophisticated mechanical and decorative versions in precious metals for home bars.

Authentic period pieces are predominantly crafted from sterling silver, often featuring mechanical sliding sheaths that deploy multiple wire prongs. The mechanisms rely on precision hand-assembly, frequently displaying engine-turned texturing and London assay office hallmarks.

Authenticity is verified through clear metal hallmarks, including a makers mark, a lion passant indicating sterling silver, a leopards head for the London assay office, and a date letter corresponding to the specific year of production.

These small objects serve as refined display pieces on a bar cart, side table, or drinks cabinet, adding a touch of period sophistication to entertaining spaces.

Silver barware should be washed gently by hand in warm soapy water and dried immediately with a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners to preserve the original hallmarks and surface polish.
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