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Victorian Sterling Silver Articulated Fish Spice Box, Circa 1880
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Victorian Sterling Silver Articulated Fish Spice Box, Circa 1880

19th century
Description

This finely executed 19th Century silver articulated fish spice box dates circa 1880. Realistically modelled in the form of a fish with an articulated body and standing on fins, allowing the position to be upright or laying flat. The hinged cover is the head and has a hook fastening. These spice boxes were usually copies of a Georgian English design and were around the 1880s. Generally used as spice containers, they may also have been used by some gentlemen for storing their snuff. They are rather scarce and hence command high prices.

Hallmarks:

Unmarked but tested as silver.

Condition:

Very good condition.

Hinge secure and strong..

No repairs.

Articulated body works smoothly.

Fish stands nicely on its fins.

Fins undamaged.

Dimensions:

Length: 13cm / 5 inches.

Maximum width: 5cm / 2 inches.

Maximum height: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £75.00

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Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Articulated Fish Box to the Victorian era.

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SA1209468
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AVR77
Description
This finely executed 19th Century silver articulated fish spice box dates circa 1880.
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Realistically modelled in the form of a fish with an articulated body and standing on fins, allowing the position to be upright or laying flat.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The hinged cover is the head and has a hook fastening. These spice boxes were usually copies of a Georgian English design and were around the 1880s. Generally used as spice containers, they may also have been used by some gentlemen for storing their snuff. They are rather scarce and hence command high prices.

fig 1. A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales.
fig 1. Victorian Sterling Silver Articulated Fish Spice Box, Circa 1880

Hallmarks:

Unmarked but tested as silver.

Condition:

Very good condition.

Hinge secure and strong..

No repairs.

Articulated body works smoothly.

Fish stands nicely on its fins.

Fins undamaged.

Dimensions:

Length: 13cm / 5 inches.

fig 2. A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales.
fig 2. Victorian Sterling Silver Articulated Fish Spice Box, Circa 1880

Maximum width: 5cm / 2 inches.

Maximum height: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

fig 3. A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales.
fig 3. Victorian Sterling Silver Articulated Fish Spice Box, Circa 1880

Postage USA (including US import duties): £75.00

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
5cm (1.97")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Articulated Fish Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209468
Dealers Internal Ref
AVR77
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Archive I A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales.

VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER ARTICULATED FISH SPICE BOX, CIRCA 1880

Archive II A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales. View II
Archive III A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales. View III
Archive IV A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales. View IV
Archive V A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales. View V
Archive VI A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales. View VII
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A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales.
VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER ARTICULATED FISH SPICE BOX, CIRCA 1880
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A Victorian sterling silver spice box sculpted in the detailed, flexible form of an articulated fish with stone eyes and engraved scales.
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FAQs

An articulated silver spice box is a metallic container formed of hinged segments that allow movement, historically used to hold fragrant spices, herbs, or scented sponges.

These items are crafted with interlocking sterling silver bands pin-joined together, featuring hand-chased scaling, decorative fin fins, and a hinged head mechanism for opening.

Authentic period examples display maker marks or purity hallmarks stamped on the metal, hand-engraved detailing, and natural signs of minor oxidisation near internal joints.

Position the item as a decorative curiosity on a dark wood bookshelf, within a glazed display cabinet, or arranged on a metal desktop tray alongside leather-bound books.

Use a dry microfiber cloth or a specialised silver polishing compound sparingly, ensuring polish does not collect inside the flexible pin joints or internal cavity.
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