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William IV Antique Silver Pair of Table Salts, London 1834
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William IV Antique Silver Pair of Table Salts, London 1834

18th century
Description

A stunning Willam IV antique pair of silver salt bowls. Made in London in 1834 by Benjamin Preston. The salt has four cast feet which are cast as acanthus leaves and shells. The bowls are crisply hallmarked underneath and gilded inside. They are in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. Very useable and collectable pieces of Georgian silver.

Weight; 232 grams or 7.5 ozst approx.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated these William IV Silver Salts to the Georgian era.

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SA1196302
Dealers Internal Reference
7795-003
Description
A stunning Willam IV antique pair of silver salt bowls. Made in London in 1834 by Benjamin Preston. The salt has four cast feet which are cast as acanthus leaves and shells. The bowls are crisply hallmarked underneath and gilded inside. They are in excellent condition with no damage or repairs. Very useable and collectable pieces of Georgian silver.

Weight; 232 grams or 7.5 ozst approx.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated these William IV Silver Salts to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1196302
Dealers Internal Ref
7795-003
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet.
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Archive I A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet.

William IV Antique Silver Pair of Table Salts, London 1834

Archive II A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet. View II
Archive III A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet. View III
Archive IV A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet. View IV
Archive V A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet. View V
Archive VI A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet. View VI
Archive VII A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet. View VIII
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A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet.
William IV antique silver pair of table salts, London 1834
Ref: SA1196302
A pair of antique William IV sterling silver open table salts featuring lobed bodies, flared rims, gilded interior bowls, and cast shell feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTable Salts
  • Period18th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Vermeil
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsLobed body, Shell feet, Gilt interior, Flared rim
  • SizeH 6 cm (2 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

This Georgian pair of William IV sterling silver table salts dates from 1834 and originates from London, made by Benjamin Preston. The set employs a heavy gauge of silver with a bright polished finish, combined with a rich yellow gold vermeil wash to the interior bowls. Each salt features a lobed bulbous body, a flared scalloped rim, and stands upon four cast acanthus leaf and shell feet. Measuring 6 cm high, 9 cm wide, and 9 cm deep, these functional tableware pieces serve as elegant salt cellars for a dining table center. They provide an attractive addition to period table settings or silver collections for holding seasonings during meals.

FAQs

William IV silver table salts are small open receptacles produced between 1830 and 1837 designed to hold salt at dining tables. They typically feature elaborate relief ornamentation, heavy cast bases, and gilded interior bowls to protect the metal from chemical reactions with salt.

Antique salts were primarily crafted from solid sterling silver with a minimum purity of 925 parts per thousand. The interior bowls were frequently gilded with a layer of gold, known as vermeil, to prevent corrosion caused by sodium chloride.

Authentic pieces bear official British hallmark stamps, including the monarch profile duty mark, the leopard head for London, the lion passant for sterling purity, and a date letter. Construction signs such as cast foot joins and hand-chased decorative lobing also indicate period origin.

These small decorative vessels function as elegant condiment containers, butter cellars, or ring dishes on a dressing table. Grouping them alongside contemporary glassware creates a refined contrast on a dining table or sideboard.

Clean the exterior with a soft cloth and specialist silver polish while avoiding harsh abrasives. Wipe the gilded interior gently using warm water and mild soap, as abrasive rubbing will wear away the gold wash layer over time.
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