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Antique Silver Bon Bon Dish London 1892
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Antique Silver Bon Bon Dish London 1892

19th century
Description

Lovely solid silver bon bon dish hallmarked for sibray, hall and co london 1892. The rim with cast floral swag border and gadrooned bowl centred with a vacant shaped cartouche all raised on a gadrooned stem to a stopped oval foot. A good weight of silver at 96 grams and in lovely condition

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Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
15.5cm (6.10")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Declaration

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Bonbon Dish to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1209705
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UK mainland delivery £25 - £125 for far flung areas of scotland etc please contact US for a quote. Viewing is by appointment. Collection is always welcome. We accept payment by paypal

Any enquiries regarding this item please telephone ian 07885472759 or

Linda 07886370802

Description
Lovely solid silver bon bon dish hallmarked for sibray, hall and co london 1892.
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The rim with cast floral swag border and gadrooned bowl centred with a vacant shaped cartouche all raised on a gadrooned stem to a stopped oval foot.
Treehouse Antiques

A good weight of silver at 96 grams and in lovely condition

Free UK fully insured delivery

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
15.5cm (6.10")
Depth
11cm (4.33")
Date of Manufacture

Treehouse Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Bonbon Dish to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1209705
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2017
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An oval Victorian sterling silver bonbon dish featuring a fluted body, scrollwork rim, and London hallmarks.
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Antique Silver Bon Bon Dish London 1892

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Telephone 07885 472759
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Lancashire
United Kingdom

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Verified Since Oct 2017
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An oval Victorian sterling silver bonbon dish featuring a fluted body, scrollwork rim, and London hallmarks.
ANTIQUE SILVER BON BON DISH LONDON 1892
Ref: SA1209705
An oval Victorian sterling silver bonbon dish featuring a fluted body, scrollwork rim, and London hallmarks.
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  • ObjectDecorative Dishes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFluted body, Scrollwork rim, Repousse detailing, Cartouche centre
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 15.5 cm (6 in) x D 11 cm (4 in)

This Victorian solid sterling silver bon bon dish originates from the 19th century and carries London hallmarks for 1892 by Sibray, Hall and Co. The silver piece displays a shiny metallic finish with bright reflective surfaces against a textured background. The oval bowl features a fluted body adorned with repoussé detailing and a cast floral swag border along the scrollwork rim. A vacant shaped cartouche centres the base, complemented by a gadrooned stem and a stopped oval foot with gentle undulations. The dish weighs 96 grams and measures 5 cm high by 15.5 cm wide and 11 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this decorative dish fits neatly on a sideboard top to hold small items such as sweets, jewellery, or trinkets. The classic English Country House style suits traditional interiors, living rooms, or dining spaces as a functional tabletop accessory. The piece stands independently without requiring installation, bringing period character to a side table or display surface while remaining practical for everyday use.

Bonbon dishes became popular during the 19th century as formal tabletop accessories for serving sweets, nuts, and small delicacies. Often crafted in elaborate styles with repousse and fluted details, they reflected the decorative dining customs of the Victorian era.

Victorian hollowware was predominantly manufactured from sterling silver, comprising 92.5 percent pure silver alloyed with copper for structural durability. Silversmiths utilized techniques such as casting, embossing, fluting, and repousse hammering to create detailed surface patterns.

Authentic British sterling silver features a full set of official assay hallmarks, including the lion passant mark, a town mark such as the London leopard head, a date letter, and a makers initials. Examining these stamped hallmarks confirms the silver purity, origin, and exact year of manufacture.

An antique silver dish can be repurposed on a sideboard or entryway console to collect keys, jewellery, or trinkets. It can also function as a decorative tabletop accent or vanity tray, adding metallic texture to modern spaces.

Clean sterling silver by washing it gently in warm water with mild washing-up liquid and drying it thoroughly with a soft microfibre cloth. To remove tarnish, apply a specialized silver polish with a soft cloth, avoiding aggressive rubbing over stamped hallmarks.
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