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1743 Fine Pair of George 11 Trencher Salts by David Hennell 90 Grams
Dudley Antique Silver
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1743 Fine Pair of George 11 Trencher Salts by David Hennell 90 Grams

18th century
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This is a really good pair of salts made in London in 1743 by David Hennell, they are in very good condition, nice clear hallmarks, they have gilded bowls, they are 8cms long and weigh 90 grams the pair

A fine pair of 18th century salts

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Dudley Antique Silver has dated these George II Trencher Salts to the 18th Century.

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This is a really good pair of salts made in London in 1743 by David Hennell, they are in very good condition, nice clear hallmarks, they have gilded bowls, they are 8cms long and weigh 90 grams the pair

A fine pair of 18th century salts

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Dudley Antique Silver has dated these George II Trencher Salts to the 18th Century.

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A pair of 18th-century octagonal sterling silver trencher salts with gilt-lined interior bowls.
1743 fine pair of George 11 Trencher salts by David Hennell 90 grams
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A pair of 18th-century octagonal sterling silver trencher salts with gilt-lined interior bowls.
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Trencher salts were designed during the early-to-mid 18th century to hold condiment salt directly on the dining table. Originating from earlier wooden or pewter trenchers, these individual sterling silver receptacles represented formal dining etiquette during the George II period.

These items were predominantly crafted from sterling silver, often featuring a silver-gilt wash applied to the bowl interior. The interior gilding was functional, designed to prevent salt from reacting with and corroding the silver surface over time.

Authentic examples feature period-appropriate hallmarks stamped on the underside or rim, including the makers mark, lion passant, town mark, and date letter. Additionally, hand-finished octagonal moulding and cast construction methods correspond to metalworking techniques of the 1740s.

These silver objects can be styled as functional salt dips on a modern dining table during formal meals. Alternatively, they serve as decorative accents when displayed on a sideboard tray, desk, or vanity to hold small items.

Salt should be emptied after use, as prolonged exposure leads to oxidisation and pitting. Clean the surfaces using a soft cloth and specialized silver polish, then hand wash in warm water with mild soap and dry immediately.
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