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Victorian Silver and Crocodile Skin Hip Flask
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Victorian Silver and Crocodile Skin Hip Flask

19th century
Sold 31 May 2026 · Sturmans Antiques
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Description

A quality Victorian silver and crocodile skin hip flask in superb condition, hallmarked Birmingham 1890. Internal glass vessel with crocodile skin cover to the top half and view windows either side to show the level of the contents. Hinged bayonet locking silver cap to the top and removable heavy quality lower section in silver, which forms a drinking cup. The cup with an immaculate unused gilt lined interior. Presented in excellent condition with a rich patina to the leather and immaculate silver fittings. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques. Measures 2.75" wide x 1" deep x 5.5" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Hip Flask to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1213278
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 43338
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Description
A quality Victorian silver and crocodile skin hip flask in superb condition, hallmarked Birmingham 1890.
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Internal glass vessel with crocodile skin cover to the top half and view windows either side to show the level of the contents.
Sturmans Antiques

Hinged bayonet locking silver cap to the top and removable heavy quality lower section in silver, which forms a drinking cup. The cup with an immaculate unused gilt lined interior. Presented in excellent condition with a rich patina to the leather and immaculate silver fittings. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques. Measures 2.75" wide x 1" deep x 5.5" high.

Postage and packing cost (tracked and insured) for this item is £8.00 for mainland UK. Please contact us for delivery abroad.

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Hip Flask to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1213278
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 43338
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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An antique pocket flask featuring a polished sterling silver lower body and captive screw cap, with the upper body wrapped in textured brown crocodile skin and a central glass viewing window. SOLD31 MAY 26
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Archive I An antique pocket flask featuring a polished sterling silver lower body and captive screw cap, with the upper body wrapped in textured brown crocodile skin and a central glass viewing window. SOLD31 MAY 26

Victorian Silver and Crocodile Skin Hip Flask

Archive II An antique pocket flask featuring a polished sterling silver lower body and captive screw cap, with the upper body wrapped in textured brown crocodile skin and a central glass viewing window. View II
Archive III An antique pocket flask featuring a polished sterling silver lower body and captive screw cap, with the upper body wrapped in textured brown crocodile skin and a central glass viewing window. View III
Archive IV An antique pocket flask featuring a polished sterling silver lower body and captive screw cap, with the upper body wrapped in textured brown crocodile skin and a central glass viewing window. View IV
Archive V An antique pocket flask featuring a polished sterling silver lower body and captive screw cap, with the upper body wrapped in textured brown crocodile skin and a central glass viewing window. View V
Archive VI An antique pocket flask featuring a polished sterling silver lower body and captive screw cap, with the upper body wrapped in textured brown crocodile skin and a central glass viewing window. View VI
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An antique pocket flask featuring a polished sterling silver lower body and captive screw cap, with the upper body wrapped in textured brown crocodile skin and a central glass viewing window.
Victorian Silver and Crocodile Skin Hip Flask
Ref: SA1213278
An antique pocket flask featuring a polished sterling silver lower body and captive screw cap, with the upper body wrapped in textured brown crocodile skin and a central glass viewing window.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPocket Flasks
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Crocodile Skin, Glass
  • ColourSilver and Brown
  • MotifsCaptive screw cap, Viewing window, Textured skin wrap, Hallmarked silver base
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Victorian hip flasks evolved during the 19th century as portable containers for spirits, commonly used during outdoor pursuits, hunting, and travel by gentlemen of the era.

Traditional hip flasks from the period were typically constructed from sterling silver or pewter, frequently featuring partial coverings of crocodile skin, pigskin, or stitched leather to provide grip and insulation.

Authentic pieces are identified by clear silver hallmarks indicating the assay office, date letter, and makers mark, alongside period-correct construction methods such as captive caps and hand-stitched leather work.

An antique hip flask can be displayed as a decorative accent on a bookshelf, desk, or bar cart, adding a touch of historical character and texture to the space.

Preservation involves regular, gentle polishing of the silver components using a non-abrasive cloth while keeping silver polish away from the leather, and conditioning the skin periodically to prevent drying.
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