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Antique Silver Mounted Crystal Decanter
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
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Antique Silver Mounted Crystal Decanter

19th century
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Antique Silver Mounted Crystal Decanter

English, late 19th century

A fine Victorian silver-mounted decanter of particularly attractive waisted form, the hand-blown crystal body with a twisted, dimpled surface giving a lively optical effect. The neck and rim mounted with ornate pierced and chased silver scrollwork, together with a flared lip. Complete with matching silver-mounted cork stopper, richly embossed with acanthus leaves and scrolls.

Hallmarked to the collar and stopper (partly rubbed), likely Birmingham, c.1890–1900.

Height: 24.5 cm

Width: 9.5 cm

In good antique condition, with minor surface wear and light tarnish consistent with age. The cork shows age-related wear and shrinkage.

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Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated this Silver Mounted Crystal Decanter to the 19th Century.

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SA1228597
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Antique Silver Mounted Crystal Decanter

English, late 19th century

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A fine Victorian silver-mounted decanter of particularly attractive waisted form, the hand-blown crystal body with a twisted, dimpled surface giving a lively optical effect.
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

The neck and rim mounted with ornate pierced and chased silver scrollwork, together with a flared lip. Complete with matching silver-mounted cork stopper, richly embossed with acanthus leaves and scrolls.

fig 1. An antique clear glass decanter featuring a pinched waist, swirled body, ornate pierced silver shoulder mount, silver collar, and a chased silver stopper.
fig 1. Antique Silver Mounted Crystal Decanter

Hallmarked to the collar and stopper (partly rubbed), likely Birmingham, c.1890–1900.

Height: 24.5 cm

Width: 9.5 cm

In good antique condition, with minor surface wear and light tarnish consistent with age. The cork shows age-related wear and shrinkage.

Date of Manufacture

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated this Silver Mounted Crystal Decanter to the 19th Century.

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SA1228597
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
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Specialists in fine antique furniture, decorative arts & collectables

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Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1JA
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An antique clear glass decanter featuring a pinched waist, swirled body, ornate pierced silver shoulder mount, silver collar, and a chased silver stopper.
Antique Silver Mounted Crystal Decanter
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A silver-mounted crystal decanter is a liquid vessel designed for serving spirits or wine, featuring a glass body fitted with sterling silver or silver-plate collars, shoulder mounts, or stoppers. Popularised during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, these pieces combine functional glassmaking with decorative metalwork.

These decanters typically consist of hand-blown or cut glass paired with solid sterling silver or silver-plated components. The metal elements were frequently decorated using techniques such as hand-chasing, embossing, or piercing around the neck, collar, and stopper.

Authenticity can be verified by inspecting the metal parts for official silver hallmarks, which indicate the maker, town mark, purity, and date letter. Genuine period crystal often features hand-cut facets, pinched contours, and ground pontil marks on the base.

Display the decanter on a dark wood sideboard, a brass bar cart, or inside a glazed display cabinet alongside complementary glass vessels. Positioning it where natural light catches the glass helps showcase the cut facets and metallic finish.

Wash the interior glass using tepid water and mild detergent, avoiding hot temperatures that can shock antique crystal. Polish the external silver mounts using a specialized silver cloth, preventing harsh chemical cleaners from contacting internal glass surfaces.
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