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Fabulous Antique Cut Glass and Silver Topped Heart Shaped Ink Well – 1899
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Fabulous Antique Cut Glass and Silver Topped Heart Shaped Ink Well – 1899

19th century
Sold 10 September 2025 · Kingsdown Antiques
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Fabulous Antique Victorian Cut Glass and Silver Topped Heart Shaped Ink Well with silver flip up lid and hobnail cut decoration to base. Hallmarked for London, 1899.

*This has a nice weight to it and also would make a great paper weight!

Measurements:

Height: 2 1/4" (approx. 5.5cm)

Width: 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Depth: 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Total weight: 840g

In good condition – there are no chips or cracks to the glass.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Silver Topped Ink Well to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
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SA1130259
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P51332
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Description
Fabulous Antique Victorian Cut Glass and Silver Topped Heart Shaped Ink Well with silver flip up lid and hobnail cut decoration to base. Hallmarked for London, 1899.

This has a nice weight to it and also would make a great paper weight!

Measurements:

Height: 2 1/4" (approx. 5.5cm)

Width: 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Depth: 5" (approx. 12.5cm)

Total weight: 840g

In good condition – there are no chips or cracks to the glass.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Silver Topped Ink Well to the 1890s.

Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1130259
Dealers Internal Ref
P51332
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An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fabulous Antique Cut Glass and Silver Topped Heart Shaped Ink Well – 1899

Archive II An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre. View II
Archive III An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre. View III
Archive IV An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre. View IV
Archive V An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre. View V
Archive VI An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre. View VI
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Archive VIII An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre. View VIII
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An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre.
Fabulous Antique Cut Glass and Silver Topped Heart Shaped Ink Well – 1899
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An overhead view of a heart-shaped, cut-glass inkwell featuring a circular silver lid in the centre.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCut Glass, Sterling Silver
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsHeart-shaped body, Diamond cut facets, Circular silver lid
  • SizeH 5.5 cm (2 in) x W 12.5 cm (5 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Victorian inkwells were essential desktop accessories during the 19th century when handwritten correspondence was the primary mode of communication. Silver-topped and cut-glass designs were manufactured in large numbers to serve as both functional desk items and decorative status symbols for the home or office.

Antique inkwells were typically crafted from heavy lead crystal or cut glass to prevent tipping, paired with lids and collars made from sterling silver, electroplated nickel silver, or brass. Liners made of glass or ceramic were frequently inserted inside to protect the outer vessel from ink corrosion.

Authentic pieces from the late 19th century can be identified by hallmarks stamped onto the silver components, indicating the assay office, maker, and year of manufacture. Additionally, hand-cut facets on heavy lead glass, natural wear marks on the base, and traditional construction methods point towards genuine period pieces.

An antique inkwell can be incorporated into modern interiors by placing it on an executive desk, a bookshelf display, or a mantelpiece as a sophisticated decorative object. Its reflective glass and polished metal surfaces add texture and historical interest to contemporary workspaces or traditional studies.

To preserve these items, clean the glass gently with warm soapy water and a soft cloth, avoiding harsh abrasives that could scratch the surface. Polish the silver components sparingly with a specialized, non-abrasive silver cloth to maintain the metals natural lustre without removing the hallmark details.
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