Victorian Novelty Silver Knight's Head Pepperette George Unite

Name: Victorian Novelty Silver Knight's Head Pepperette George Unite
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA429180
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by The Fancy Fox

Description

Unusual novelty Victorian silver pepper pot in the form of a knight's head in suit of armour. The visor hinges open to reveal the gilded interior to refill. Lovely detail of engraved patterning and cast detail of metal plates and studs. Hallmarked to the base, side and visor for Birmingham 1875 and marks for renowned maker George Unite. There is a small rampant lion crest to the base on one side.

It measures 6cm (2 1/4") high and 5cm (2") across the base. It weighs 68g/2.2ozt. Condition is very good with no damage and light surface wear, appropriate for age and use. The gilding is also still very good.

Physical Dimensions

Height

6cm (2.36")

Width

5cm (1.97")

Depth

5cm (1.97")

Declaration

The Fancy Fox has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA429180

Dealers Internal Reference

FA0315

Dealers Notes

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Description

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Hallmarked to the base, side and visor for Birmingham 1875 and marks for renowned maker George Unite.

The Fancy Fox

There is a small rampant lion crest to the base on one side.

fig 1. Victorian Novelty Silver Knight's Head Pepperette George Unite

It measures 6cm (2 1/4") high and 5cm (2") across the base. It weighs 68g/2.2ozt. Condition is very good with no damage and light surface wear, appropriate for age and use. The gilding is also still very good.

Physical Dimensions

Height

6cm (2.36")

Width

5cm (1.97")

Depth

5cm (1.97")

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA429180