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Delightful George V Silver Mounted Preserve Jar & Spoons by George Unite, Birmingham 1920
Sold by Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Delightful George V Silver Mounted Preserve Jar & Spoons by George Unite, Birmingham 1920

1900 - 1920
Sold 21 June 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Delightful George V Silver Mounted Preserve Jar & Spoons by George Unite, Birmingham 1920” 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 a very elegant George V silver lidded tall preserve jar. The plain silver lid with loop finial resting on a wheel-engraved barrel-shaped glass body. The lid with a slot for the spoon. The matching solid silver spoon with same date and maker, a rare occurence, they so often are lost and replaced.

Hallmarks on both lid and spoon.

G.U.for George Unite.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "V" for 1920.

Dimensions jar:

Height up to finial: 13.5cm / 5 inches

Maximum diameter: 8cm / 3 inches

Condition:

Very good.

Silver lid and spoon in very good condition.

Glass in perfect condition.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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Physical Dimensions
Height
13.5cm (5.31")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Mounted Preserve Jar to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1179762
Dealers Internal Reference
NOVE75
Description
This is a very elegant George V silver lidded tall preserve jar. The plain silver lid with loop finial resting on a wheel-engraved barrel-shaped glass body. The lid with a slot for the spoon.
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The matching solid silver spoon with same date and maker, a rare occurence, they so often are lost and replaced.
Julie Cartwright Antiques
fig 1. A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon.
fig 1. Delightful George V Silver Mounted Preserve Jar & Spoons by George Unite, Birmingham 1920

Hallmarks on both lid and spoon.

G.U.for George Unite.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "V" for 1920.

Dimensions jar:

Height up to finial: 13.5cm / 5 inches

Maximum diameter: 8cm / 3 inches

Condition:

fig 2. A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon.
fig 2. Delightful George V Silver Mounted Preserve Jar & Spoons by George Unite, Birmingham 1920

Very good.

Silver lid and spoon in very good condition.

Glass in perfect condition.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

fig 3. A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon.
fig 3. Delightful George V Silver Mounted Preserve Jar & Spoons by George Unite, Birmingham 1920

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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
13.5cm (5.31")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Mounted Preserve Jar to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1179762
Dealers Internal Ref
NOVE75
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon. SOLD21 JUN 26

Delightful George V Silver Mounted Preserve Jar & Spoons by George Unite, Birmingham 1920

Archive II A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon. View II
Archive III A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon. View III
Archive IV A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon. View IV
Archive V A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon. View V
Archive VI A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon. View VI
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 142
Items Sold 2,224
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A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon.
DELIGHTFUL GEORGE V SILVER MOUNTED PRESERVE JAR & SPOONS BY GEORGE UNITE, BIRMINGHAM 1920
Ref: SA1179762
A clear cut-glass preserve jar featuring a sterling silver rim, lid with a ring handle, and a matching silver spoon.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPreserve Jars
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorge V
  • MaterialSilver, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEtched glass pattern, Silver lid with ring handle, Integrated spoon notch
  • SizeH 13.5 cm (5 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 8 cm (3 in)

FAQs

The George V period spans from 1910 to 1936, characterised by a continuation of Edwardian elegance alongside the early adoption of cleaner, neoclassical revival lines and traditional craftsmanship.

These items typically combine clear blown or cut crystal glass bodies with sterling silver mounts, rims, lids, and accompanying condiment spoons.

Authenticity is verified through standard British hallmark stamps on the silver components, which include the makers mark, the town assay office mark (such as the anchor for Birmingham), a standard fineness mark, and a date letter corresponding to the specific year.

They function well as reflective tabletop accents on sideboards or dining tables, introducing tactile historical elements and metallic contrast to modern minimalist settings.

Sterling silver should be cleaned periodically using a non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical dips that damage the metal and patina, while glass bodies should be washed in warm, soapy water.
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