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Unusual Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Letter Opener, Circa 1900
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Unusual Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Letter Opener, Circa 1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 4 January 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Unusual Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Letter Opener, Circa 1900” 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 unusual and delightful turn of the Century silver letter opener. The solid silver terminal modelled as a sinuous leaf and buds, the shaped spot-hammered blade hallmarked at the back.

Hallmarks:

Impressed "Sterling"

925 for silver purity.

Condition:

Excellent.

Dimensions and weight:

Length: 14.6cm / 5.6 inches.

weight: 19 g / 0.6 oz

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £25.00

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Physical Dimensions
Height
0.2cm (0.08")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Letter Opener to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1187872
Dealers Internal Reference
JANV96
Description
This is an unusual and delightful turn of the Century silver letter opener.
“
The solid silver terminal modelled as a sinuous leaf and buds, the shaped spot-hammered blade hallmarked at the back.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

Hallmarks:

fig 1. An antique sterling silver letter opener featuring a hand-hammered blade and an organic, flowing handle decorated with botanical motifs.
fig 1. Unusual Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Letter Opener, Circa 1900

Impressed "Sterling"

925 for silver purity.

Condition:

Excellent.

Dimensions and weight:

Length: 14.6cm / 5.6 inches.

weight: 19 g / 0.6 oz

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

fig 2. An antique sterling silver letter opener featuring a hand-hammered blade and an organic, flowing handle decorated with botanical motifs.
fig 2. Unusual Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Letter Opener, Circa 1900

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £25.00

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
0.2cm (0.08")
Width
14.5cm (5.71")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Art Nouveau Letter Opener to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1187872
Dealers Internal Ref
JANV96
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I An antique sterling silver letter opener featuring a hand-hammered blade and an organic, flowing handle decorated with botanical motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Unusual Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Letter Opener, Circa 1900

Archive II An antique sterling silver letter opener featuring a hand-hammered blade and an organic, flowing handle decorated with botanical motifs. View II
Archive III An antique sterling silver letter opener featuring a hand-hammered blade and an organic, flowing handle decorated with botanical motifs. View III
Archive IV An antique sterling silver letter opener featuring a hand-hammered blade and an organic, flowing handle decorated with botanical motifs. View IV
Archive V An antique sterling silver letter opener featuring a hand-hammered blade and an organic, flowing handle decorated with botanical motifs. View V
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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 135
Items Sold 2,218
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An antique sterling silver letter opener featuring a hand-hammered blade and an organic, flowing handle decorated with botanical motifs.
UNUSUAL ART NOUVEAU STERLING SILVER LETTER OPENER, CIRCA 1900
Ref: SA1187872
An antique sterling silver letter opener featuring a hand-hammered blade and an organic, flowing handle decorated with botanical motifs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectLetter Openers
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsWhiplash curves, Botanical buds, Planished blade
  • SizeH 0.2 cm (0 in) x W 14.5 cm (6 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Art Nouveau design is characterised by organic, flowing lines, asymmetric curves, and motifs inspired by natural forms such as plants, flowers, and whiplash tendrils, which became prominent around 1890 to 1910.

These items were typically crafted from solid sterling silver, often featuring hand-hammered surfaces (planishing) and cast or repousse decorative elements shaped by skilled silversmiths.

Authentic pieces usually bear clear silver hallmarks indicating the assay office, standard of silver (such as 925 for sterling), makers mark, and a date letter corresponding to the era of manufacture.

Such decorative objects add a layer of historical interest and tactile texture when displayed on a writing desk, bookcase shelf, or coffee table tray alongside contemporary items.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a soft microfiber cloth and a mild, non-abrasive silver polish, taking care to preserve the natural patination in recessed areas and avoiding harsh chemical dips.
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