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Antique Silver-gilt Bon-bon Dishes.
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Antique Silver-gilt Bon-bon Dishes.

19th century
Sold 11 December 2025 · George James Antiques
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Set of four silver-gilt sweet/bon-bon dishes; of circular form, these delightful pierced dishes have plain bases, with beautiful foliate piercing to the sides and original gilding. Great maker and wonderful quality.

London. 1897. William Comyns.

Diameter of each dish 12cm.

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George James Antiques has dated these Silver Gilt Bon Bon Dishes to the 1890s.

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28/1313
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Set of four silver-gilt sweet/bon-bon dishes; of circular form, these delightful pierced dishes have plain bases, with beautiful foliate piercing to the sides and original gilding. Great maker and wonderful quality.

London. 1897. William Comyns.

Diameter of each dish 12cm.

Date of Manufacture

George James Antiques has dated these Silver Gilt Bon Bon Dishes to the 1890s.

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George James Antiques
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Four circular silver-gilt bon-bon dishes featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and solid polished centres arranged on a neutral surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I Four circular silver-gilt bon-bon dishes featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and solid polished centres arranged on a neutral surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Silver-gilt Bon-bon Dishes.

Archive II Four circular silver-gilt bon-bon dishes featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and solid polished centres arranged on a neutral surface. View II
Archive III Four circular silver-gilt bon-bon dishes featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and solid polished centres arranged on a neutral surface. View III
Archive IV Four circular silver-gilt bon-bon dishes featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and solid polished centres arranged on a neutral surface. View IV
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George James Antiques
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Great Grooms of Hungerford
Riverside House
1 Charnham Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0EP
United Kingdom
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Four circular silver-gilt bon-bon dishes featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and solid polished centres arranged on a neutral surface.
Antique Silver-Gilt Bon-Bon Dishes.
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Four circular silver-gilt bon-bon dishes featuring intricate pierced scrollwork and solid polished centres arranged on a neutral surface.
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  • ObjectDecorative Bowls
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver-Gilt
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsPierced scrollwork, Scalloped rims, Repousse detailing

FAQs

Silver-gilt, often referred to as vermeil when using sterling silver, is a manufacturing technique where a thin layer of gold is applied over a silver base. Historically, this was achieved through fire gilding or chemical processes to provide the rich appearance of solid gold while maintaining structural integrity.

These pieces were typically crafted from sterling silver or base metals that underwent silver plating before being gilded. Artisans utilised techniques such as piercing, casting, chasing, and repousse to create intricate openwork patterns and decorative borders.

Authentic pieces generally feature historical hallmarks stamped into the metal, indicating the assay office, makers mark, and standard of silver purity. Examination under magnification can also reveal wear patterns showing the underlying silver beneath the gold wash.

These decorative vessels can be utilized on coffee tables, sideboards, or dressing tables to hold small items or simply displayed as reflective metallic accents. Their ornate openwork design contrasts effectively against clean-lined modern surfaces and natural wood finishes.

Silver-gilt items require delicate handling to avoid abrading the thin gold layer. They should be cleaned sparingly using a very soft cloth and non-abrasive cleaner specifically formulated for gilded silver, avoiding harsh dips or ultrasonic cleaning.
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