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Four Silver Animal Menu Holders by A. Wilcox, Chester, 1937-38
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Four Silver Animal Menu Holders by A. Wilcox, Chester, 1937-38

1920 - 1940
Description

A set of four very fine silver menu holders in the form of animals, each fully hallmarked for A. Wilcox, Chester, 1937-38. Retailed by Wilson & Sharp Ltd, Edinburgh. Contained within their original box.

Each menu holder depicts a different animal, namely a stag, horse, dog and hare. Each menu holder remains in an excellent, almost untouched condition. The original box is in a very good condition indeed. There is a very slight 'smile' when closed, but the clasp still clicks shut as it should, the exterior is clean and the interior lining remains impeccable.

A fine set.

DIMENSIONS

Menu Holders:-

Height: 2.5cm

Dia 3.5cm

Case:-

Length: 21cm

Depth: 6cm

Height: 4cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Declaration

Harrington Antiques has dated these Silver Animal Menu Holders to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1241350
Dealers Internal Reference
8040
Dealers Notes

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We are sure that you will be delighted with your purchase. Nonetheless, to ensure you have complete peace of mind, we offer a 14 day money back guarantee.

The purchased item may be returned, in its original condition, within 14 days from receipt. Return carriage costs are the responsibility of the buyer. For larger pieces requiring a specialist courier service, we will arrange your return for you with the cost being deducted from the refund (this cost will never exceed the original charge paid).

We ask that a trackable signature method of shipping is used for the return of smaller items as we cannot be held responsible for items lost in transit.

Should you have any queries at all, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Description
A set of four very fine silver menu holders in the form of animals, each fully hallmarked for A. Wilcox, Chester, 1937-38. Retailed by Wilson & Sharp Ltd, Edinburgh. Contained within their original box.

Each menu holder depicts a different animal, namely a stag, horse, dog and hare. Each menu holder remains in an excellent, almost untouched condition. The original box is in a very good condition indeed.

“
There is a very slight 'smile' when closed, but the clasp still clicks shut as it should, the exterior is clean and the interior lining remains impeccable.
Harrington Antiques

A fine set.

DIMENSIONS

Menu Holders:-

Height: 2.5cm

Dia 3.5cm

Case:-

Length: 21cm

Depth: 6cm

Height: 4cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
3.5cm (1.38")
Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated these Silver Animal Menu Holders to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1241350
Dealers Internal Ref
8040
Harrington Antiques
Harrington Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2021

Antiques & decorative interior pieces.

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Archive I Four sterling silver menu holders featuring animal silhouettes displayed inside a green fitted box.

Four Silver Animal Menu Holders by A. Wilcox, Chester, 1937-38

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Telephone 07552 767190
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Four sterling silver menu holders featuring animal silhouettes displayed inside a green fitted box.
Four Silver Animal Menu Holders by A. Wilcox, Chester, 1937-38
Ref: SA1241350
Four sterling silver menu holders featuring animal silhouettes displayed inside a green fitted box.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMenu Holders
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Velvet, Silk
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsSporting animal silhouettes, Circular silver frames, Flat circular bases
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 3.5 cm (1 in) x D 3.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Silver menu holders became popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras as formal dining evolved towards service a la russe, where menus and guest seating arrangements were displayed individualised at each setting or along the table.

Pieces from this period were crafted from sterling silver (925 purity) and stamped with official British assay office hallmarks, including the town mark, lion passant, year letter, and makers initials.

Authentic items bear the three-wheat-sheaves and dagger assay mark for Chester, alongside the specific year letter for 1937 or 1938 and the registered makers mark, such as Arthur Wilcox.

These pieces can be integrated into modern dinner table settings to hold place cards, display small printed menu cards, or serve as decorative accent pieces on a sideboard or console.

Clean silver components using a non-abrasive silver polishing cloth, avoiding chemical dips that can strip delicate detail or artificial patination, and store them within a velvet-lined case to prevent tarnish.
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