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A Fabulous Bohemian Silver & Overlay Glass Scent Bottle
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A Fabulous Bohemian Silver & Overlay Glass Scent Bottle

19th century
Sold 10 February 2026 · Jeff Sims Antiques
This “Fabulous Bohemian Silver & Overlay Glass Scent Bottle” found a buyer.

It was listed by Jeff Sims 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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A fabulous Victorian silver mounted scent bottle, in the Bohemian taste. This unusual and eye catching design has a blue glass body of cylindrical form. It is overlaid in white glass and cut back to reveal the blue, with added gilded detailing. Each panel is exquisitely hand painted with roses and leaves. The silver lid is hinged and engraved with acanthus leaves. Inside there is a fitted glass peg stopper. A lovely and superior collector's item, with a practical use. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£60.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£25.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no chips or cracks to the glass. The silver has no splits, holes or dents, just a tiny dimple to the collar commensurate with age and use.

Hallmarks :- Unmarked but tests as silver (not unusual for small silver scent bottle tops).

Date :- c1880.

Origin :- Bohemia.

Height :- 10.5 cms.

Diameter :- 2.5 cms. (widest point).

Declaration

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Overlay Scent Bottle to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1194798
Dealers Internal Reference
13878
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Description
A fabulous Victorian silver mounted scent bottle, in the Bohemian taste. This unusual and eye catching design has a blue glass body of cylindrical form. It is overlaid in white glass and cut back to reveal the blue, with added gilded detailing. Each panel is exquisitely hand painted with roses and leaves. The silver lid is hinged and engraved with acanthus leaves. Inside there is a fitted glass peg stopper. A lovely and superior collector's item, with a practical use. Dimensions below.
fig 1. An antique cylindrical blue glass scent bottle featuring intricate silver overlay and hand-painted floral enamel panels.
fig 1. A Fabulous Bohemian Silver & Overlay Glass Scent Bottle

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£60.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£25.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no chips or cracks to the glass.

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The silver has no splits, holes or dents, just a tiny dimple to the collar commensurate with age and use.
Jeff Sims Antiques

Hallmarks :- Unmarked but tests as silver (not unusual for small silver scent bottle tops).

Date :- c1880.

Origin :- Bohemia.

Height :- 10.5 cms.

Diameter :- 2.5 cms. (widest point).

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Overlay Scent Bottle to the 1880s.

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1194798
Dealers Internal Ref
13878
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 150
Items Sold 4,500
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Verified Since Jan 2010
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Location: Suffolk,, United Kingdom
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An antique cylindrical blue glass scent bottle featuring intricate silver overlay and hand-painted floral enamel panels.
A fabulous Bohemian silver & overlay glass scent bottle
Ref: SA1194798
An antique cylindrical blue glass scent bottle featuring intricate silver overlay and hand-painted floral enamel panels.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialGlass, Silver, Enamel
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsSilver overlay, Floral enamel, Geometric patterns
  • SizeH 11 cm (4 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

Bohemian glass scent bottles with silver overlay typically feature cased or coloured glass decorated with intricate silver deposit or mounts, originating from the historic Bohemia region famous for advanced glassmaking techniques.

These items are crafted from blown or molded coloured glass combined with electroplated or solid silver mounts, often incorporating hand-painted enamel details and gilt highlights.

Authenticity is identified through weight, hand-cut facets, the quality of the silver deposit adhesion to the glass, and specific maker marks or purity stamps on the metal components.

Display this piece as a sophisticated accent on a vanity tray, dressing table surface, or within a glass-fronted cabinet to add a touch of historical craftsmanship to contemporary spaces.

Preserve the piece by keeping it out of direct sunlight, dusting gently with a soft microfibre cloth, and avoiding harsh silver dips that can damage enamel or glass surfaces.
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