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Pair of Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Grape Shears / Scissors in Case 1903
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Pair of Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Grape Shears / Scissors in Case 1903

1900 - 1920
Description

This is a lovely pair of antique Edwardian hallmarked sterling silver grape scissors / shears measuring 7 1/4" (18.5 cms) long complete with their original presentation case. .

They are hallmarked for Sheffield 1903 with the silversmiths mark for the Mappin & Webb and the case shows the retailers stamp for 'Mappin & Webb, 2 , Queen Victoria St, London'.

They weigh 106.5 grams / 3.4 troy oz and are in excellent condition.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated these Edwardian Sterling Silver Grape Shears to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199143
Dealers Internal Reference
9895
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This is a lovely pair of antique Edwardian hallmarked sterling silver grape scissors / shears measuring 7 1/4" (18.5 cms) long complete with their original presentation case. .
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They are hallmarked for Sheffield 1903 with the silversmiths mark for the Mappin & Webb and the case shows the retailers stamp for 'Mappin & Webb, 2 , Queen Victoria St, London'.
Robert Bush Antiques

They weigh 106.5 grams / 3.4 troy oz and are in excellent condition.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated these Edwardian Sterling Silver Grape Shears to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1199143
Dealers Internal Ref
9895
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

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A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case.
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Archive I A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case.

Pair of Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Grape Shears / Scissors in Case 1903

Archive II A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case. View II
Archive III A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case. View III
Archive IV A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case. View IV
Archive V A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case. View V
Archive VI A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case. View VI
Archive VII A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case. View IX
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Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
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The Uplands
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
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Robert Bush Antiques
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A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case.
Pair of Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Grape Shears / Scissors in Case 1903
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A pair of ornate Edwardian sterling silver grape shears with pierced scrollwork handles, presented open in an original fitted green velvet and silk case.
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  • ObjectGrape Shears
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Velvet, Silk
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFoliate scrollwork, Floral pivot boss, Pierced handles, Fitted velvet lining
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This Edwardian pair of antique sterling silver grape shears dates to 1903 and comes complete with an original presentation case. The implements display intricately pierced foliate scrollwork along the handles, a decorative floral pivot boss, and plain polished steel blades. The fitted case features a dark exterior, a vivid green velvet lining inside the lower section, and a gathered cream silk interior to the lid. Hallmarks for Sheffield appear on the metal, alongside silversmith marks for Mappin and Webb. The case carries a retailer stamp for the same firm on Queen Victoria Street in London. Measuring 3 cm high, 20 cm wide and 10 cm deep when closed, these scissors weigh 106.5 grams. Collectors and period home enthusiasts place such silver accessories on a sideboard top for display or use them during formal dining occasions. The polished silver reflects candlelight, while the textured handles provide a secure grip during use. The presentation case protects the piece when not in service, keeping the soft velvet and silk linings pristine. These grape shears suit traditional dining rooms and English Country House interiors, complementing period tableware and antique silverware collections.

FAQs

Grape shears were specialized table implements used during formal dining courses to cut small bunches of grapes from a larger bunch without damaging the fruit or crushing individual stem branches.

These pieces were crafted from solid sterling silver, often decorated with pierced, cast, or hand-chased foliate patterns, and presented in silk- and velvet-lined fitted wooden or leatherette cases.

Authentic pieces feature full British hallmarks, including the lion passant mark for sterling silver, an assay town mark, a date letter corresponding to the Edwardian period, and a registered makers mark.

These decorative items are typically displayed open in their original fitted presentation cases on a dining room sideboard top, inside a glazed cabinet, or integrated into a curated drinks cart arrangement.

The silver components should be polished gently using a non-abrasive silver cloth to prevent tarnish, while the textile-lined case should be stored in a dry environment away from dampness and direct heat.
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