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A Large George V Novelty Silver Bell Inkwell
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A Large George V Novelty Silver Bell Inkwell

1900 - 1920
Description

A stylish and practical early George V novelty silver 'Bell' Inkwell. This handsome and large example has a weighted base for stability and for use as a paperweight. The lid is hinged, with an Art Deco style thumb grip. Inside is a removable inkwell liner. A highly attractive example both decorative and usable. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£50.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Hallmarks :- Very soft but readable - full marks to body, part mark to inside of lid. Loss to the Maker's mark.

Date :- Birmingham 1920.

Base diameter :- 10 cms.

Height :- 11 cms. (lid closed).

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Bell Inkwell to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1213168
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12218
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Description
A stylish and practical early George V novelty silver 'Bell' Inkwell. This handsome and large example has a weighted base for stability and for use as a paperweight. The lid is hinged, with an Art Deco style thumb grip. Inside is a removable inkwell liner. A highly attractive example both decorative and usable. Dimensions below.
fig 1. A polished George V silver novelty inkwell crafted in the shape of a bell with a hinged lid and flared base.
fig 1. A Large George V Novelty Silver Bell Inkwell

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£50.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Hallmarks :- Very soft but readable - full marks to body, part mark to inside of lid. Loss to the Maker's mark.

Date :- Birmingham 1920.

Base diameter :- 10 cms.

Height :- 11 cms. (lid closed).

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Bell Inkwell to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1213168
Dealers Internal Ref
12218
Jeff Sims Antiques
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A polished George V silver novelty inkwell crafted in the shape of a bell with a hinged lid and flared base.
A large George V novelty silver bell inkwell
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A polished George V silver novelty inkwell crafted in the shape of a bell with a hinged lid and flared base.
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Novelty silver inkwells became prominent during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, continuing into the reign of George V. Silversmiths crafted functional desk items into whimsical shapes, such as bells, animals, or helmets, combining practical utility with decorative art.

These inkwells were typically constructed from sterling silver or high-grade silver plate. They often contained a removable glass liner inside the metal body to protect the silver from the corrosive properties of iron gall ink.

Authentic British silver pieces feature standard hallmarks, including the lion passant for sterling silver, an assay office mark, a date letter corresponding to the George V period (19101936), and a makers mark.

A silver novelty inkwell functions well as a decorative object on a executive desk, bookshelf, or sideboard. Its metallic reflective finish contrasts against dark wood surfaces or minimalist stone countertops.

Silver surfaces should be cleaned periodically using a specialised silver polishing cloth or a non-abrasive cream to remove oxidisation. Avoid immersing internal weighted elements or mechanism hinges directly in water.
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