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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vanity Pot with Scene 1884
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vanity Pot with Scene 1884

19th century
Sold 26 March 2025 · Robert Bush Antiques
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Description

This is a beautiful antique Victorian sterling silver vanity pot measuring 3" (8 cms) tall x 2 3/4" (8 cms) across the lid.

It weighs 91.2 grams/2.93 troy oz and is hallmarked for London 1884 with the silversmiths mark for John Septimus Beresford.

It’s in excellent condition, the inside is gilded and is nice and clean.

There are no initials or monograms and it has a super country style scene on the lid.

This pot will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping included in the price.

Please visit us at www.robertbushantiques.co.uk if you would like to see our full inventory.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Vanity Pot to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1082517
Dealers Internal Reference
9540
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Description
This is a beautiful antique Victorian sterling silver vanity pot measuring 3" (8 cms) tall x 2 3/4" (8 cms) across the lid.

It weighs 91.2 grams/2.93 troy oz and is hallmarked for London 1884 with the silversmiths mark for John Septimus Beresford.

fig 1. An antique cylindrical silver vanity pot featuring detailed repousse scrolling leaf motifs on the body and lid.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vanity Pot with Scene 1884

It’s in excellent condition, the inside is gilded and is nice and clean.

There are no initials or monograms and it has a super country style scene on the lid.

This pot will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping included in the price.

Please visit us at www.robertbushantiques.co.uk if you would like to see our full inventory.

Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Vanity Pot to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1082517
Dealers Internal Ref
9540
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Robert Bush Antiques Profile Page

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Robert Bush Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An antique cylindrical silver vanity pot featuring detailed repousse scrolling leaf motifs on the body and lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vanity Pot with Scene 1884

Archive II An antique cylindrical silver vanity pot featuring detailed repousse scrolling leaf motifs on the body and lid. View II
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Archive VIII An antique cylindrical silver vanity pot featuring detailed repousse scrolling leaf motifs on the body and lid. View VIII
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Robert Bush Antiques

Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
Location
The Uplands
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/robertbushantiques
Verified Since Jun 2013
Items For Sale 133
Items Sold 3,636
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
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Location: The Uplands, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1NQ, United Kingdom
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An antique cylindrical silver vanity pot featuring detailed repousse scrolling leaf motifs on the body and lid.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vanity Pot with Scene 1884
Ref: SA1082517
An antique cylindrical silver vanity pot featuring detailed repousse scrolling leaf motifs on the body and lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectVanity Pots and Jars
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRepousse scrolls, Embossed foliage, Domed hinged lid
  • SizeH 8 cm (3 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Victorian vanity pots were essential items on dressing tables during the 19th century, used to hold powders, creams, and cosmetic pins as personal grooming became increasingly elaborate.

These pieces were typically crafted from sterling silver, often featuring glass, crystal, or ceramic liners, and ornamented through hand-chasing, embossing, and repousse techniques.

Authentic pieces bear official British assay office hallmarks, including a makers mark, a standard mark indicating sterling silver, and a date letter corresponding to the specific year of production.

It can be displayed on a dressing table, mantelpiece, or bedside table to add metallic texture and historical contrast to contemporary decor.

Silver items should be cleaned sparingly with a soft cloth and a specialised non-abrasive silver polish to maintain the patina, while avoiding harsh chemicals and excessive scrubbing.
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