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Antique Georgian Silver Plated Candle Snuffers and Tray
The Silver Cabinet
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Antique Georgian Silver Plated Candle Snuffers and Tray

18th century
Description

An excellent example of Old Sheffield Plated candle snuffers and tray.

The snuffers carry the maker's mark for John Gilbert, registered in 1812 in Birmingham. They are beautifully decorated. There is a small amount of damage to the plating at the very (sharp) tip on the snuffers.

The tray carries the maker's mark for William Briggs. This mark was registered in 1822 in Sheffield. It has a slightly waisted shape with good clear decoration. The tray stands upon a raised central base.

Whilst not a matching set, the two items sit together well and form a wonderful piece of history.

Dimensions:

Tray Length: 23cm

Width: 10cm

Snuffer Length: 19cm

Width: 5cm

Post and packaging are free within the UK. Overseas buyers please e-mail for postage costs and please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

The Silver Cabinet has dated this Silver Candle Snuffer Tray to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA932284
Dealers Internal Reference
C680
Description
An excellent example of Old Sheffield Plated candle snuffers and tray.

The snuffers carry the maker's mark for John Gilbert, registered in 1812 in Birmingham. They are beautifully decorated. There is a small amount of damage to the plating at the very (sharp) tip on the snuffers.

fig 1. An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Silver Plated Candle Snuffers and Tray

The tray carries the maker's mark for William Briggs. This mark was registered in 1822 in Sheffield. It has a slightly waisted shape with good clear decoration. The tray stands upon a raised central base.

fig 2. An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders.
fig 2. Antique Georgian Silver Plated Candle Snuffers and Tray

Whilst not a matching set, the two items sit together well and form a wonderful piece of history.

Dimensions:

Tray Length: 23cm

Width: 10cm

Snuffer Length: 19cm

Width: 5cm

Post and packaging are free within the UK.

“
Overseas buyers please e-mail for postage costs and please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
The Silver Cabinet

These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

The Silver Cabinet has dated this Silver Candle Snuffer Tray to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA932284
Dealers Internal Ref
C680
The Silver Cabinet
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2014
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An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders.
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Archive I An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders.

Antique Georgian Silver Plated Candle Snuffers and Tray

Archive II An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders. View II
Archive III An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders. View III
Archive IV An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders. View IV
Archive V An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders. View V
Archive VI An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders. View VI
Archive VII An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders. View VII
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The Silver Cabinet
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An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders.
Antique Georgian Silver Plated Candle Snuffers and Tray
Ref: SA932284
An antique silver-plated scissor-style candle snuffer with a central box resting beside a matching oblong tray decorated with engraved floral motifs and scroll borders.
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FAQs

Historically, scissor-action candle snuffers were designed to trim burning wicks and extinguish flames cleanly without scattering ash or soot, accompanied by dedicated trays to protect polished surfaces.

During the Georgian period, candle snuffers and trays were crafted from solid sterling silver, brass, or silver plate over copper, often featuring chased floral motifs and cast relief borders.

Period pieces typically feature hand-engraved scrollwork, authentic makers marks or pseudo-hallmarks, and gentle wear where underlying base metals reveal natural historical patina.

Display the set alongside tapered candles on a mantelpiece, sideboard, or coffee table to introduce reflective metalwork and structured historical detail into modern vignettes.

Clean gently using a soft microfiber cloth and specialised silver polish, avoiding harsh chemical cleansers or abrasive pads that risk removing the silver layer.
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